HAFED AL-GHWELL

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Hope back on the agenda for Libya’s future

Outlet: Arab News

Language: English

Abstract: Libya has endured a tumultuous decade marked by conflict, divisions, and the specter of civil war following Muammar Qaddafi's autocratic rule. Lawless militias have wreaked havoc, exacerbating the country's woes. Libya's strategic location and vast hydrocarbon wealth have attracted external interference, complicating efforts to find stability. The failed offensive by Field Marshal Khalifa Haftar underscored the absence of a military solution, prompting a return to dialogue. The Geneva cease-fire agreement signaled a shift towards peace, culminating in the formation of an inclusive transitional government. While progress is met with skepticism, the renewed hope lies in the collaborative efforts of Libyans and international stakeholders. The road to peace is arduous, but the Geneva process offers a glimmer of optimism for a nation ravaged by conflict and chaos.

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