Libyan Prime Minister Abdel-Hamid Dbeibeh has urged the House of Representatives and the High Council of State to agree on fair electoral laws to guide the country to elections, accusing them of maneuvering to extend their hold on power.
During a cabinet meeting on Monday, Dbeibeh described the recent meeting in Misrata between members of the High Council of State and the Parliament as a “maneuver” designed to create new transitional phases, allowing them to redistribute positions and remain in power, thereby obstructing the Libyan people’s desire for elections. He pointed out that agreeing on electoral laws is the only task they have managed to agree on in over a decade.
Dbeibeh emphasized that Libya needs consensus on fair electoral laws, describing this as the sole required function of both the High Council of State and the Parliament, given their legislative roles.
The issue of forming a unified government to lead Libya towards elections remains contentious. Dbeibeh has refused to relinquish power before organizing elections, while the House of Representatives and the High Council of State push for his replacement.
Disagreements also persist over the electoral laws, with Parliament advocating for the laws approved by the 6+6 Committee, which Dbeibeh criticizes as being tailored for specific individuals.
The failure of Libyan political factions to reach an agreement on the critical electoral issues raises concerns about a potential new crisis, threatening further instability and tensions in the country.
This deadlock could turn Libya into a battleground for local and regional power struggles, further complicating its path to stability and democratic governance.
