Outlet: Arab News

Language: English

Abstract: Libyans eagerly anticipate December elections, yet entrenched domestic actors and international meddling threaten progress. While elections offer hope for change, vested interests aim to obstruct, fearing a unified government's accountability. Despite imperfections, holding the polls is deemed preferable to inaction, yet lack of post-election strategy risks conflict. Divisions persist between legislative bodies, fueling disputes over electoral law and fostering a fragmented Libya. International support for any progress, regardless of flaws, risks legitimizing self-interested agendas. The absence of a military solution underscores the urgency for a peaceful democratic transition.

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