Zawiya:Tetteh UN Special Representative Hanna Tetteh stated that the overall security situation in Libya remains fragile while welcoming positive steps taken to advance military cooperation between military and security institutions in the eastern and western regions.
According to Libyan News Agency, Tetteh briefed the UN Security Council, commending the West Coast Security Arrangements Committee for its efforts in de-escalating tensions, curbing clashes and security incidents, and enhancing security coordination in Zawiya and other towns in the western region.
She highlighted the need for continued attention in southern Libya, suggesting that strengthening state presence, improving border management, and addressing local grievances regarding access to services could contribute to stability in these areas. Disparities in public service delivery between the north and south were noted as factors exacerbating public discontent and instability in the southern region.
Additionally, Tetteh urged Libyan authorities to intensify efforts against misleading and inflammatory information targeting migrants. She emphasized the importance of ensuring the safety of migrants, humanitarian workers, UN personnel, and their premises, while clarifying that the UN does not facilitate the permanent settlement of migrants or refugees in Libya.
Tetteh stressed that migration concerns should be addressed through responsible policies, dialogue, and reliable information. Libya, while possessing the sovereign authority to manage its borders, must adhere to international obligations, including protection against arbitrary detention, torture, ill-treatment, and refoulement. Tetteh underscored Libya’s commitment to international human rights obligations, such as the International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families and the 1969 OAU Convention Governing the Specific Aspects of Refugee Problems in Africa.