HoR speaker requests formation of unity government

The Speaker of Libya’s House of Representatives, Aqila Saleh, has called on the High Council of State to work with the House to form a unified government. This request comes as armed conflict affects multiple areas of Tripoli.

In a statement released on Wednesday through House Spokesman Abdullah Blehiq, Saleh suggested the current Government of National Unity has exceeded its mandate and bears responsibility for ongoing hostilities in the capital.

Security incidents began on Tuesday night and continued into Wednesday, affecting residential neighbourhoods across Tripoli. Authorities responded by declaring an emergency, suspending educational activities and redirecting flights from Mitiga to Misrata Airport.

Saleh requested protection for civilians, an immediate cessation of hostilities, establishment of humanitarian corridors and access for emergency services. He also called for international bodies to withdraw recognition from the current government and support efforts to form a transitional administration that would organise national elections.

The situation represents a continuation of governance challenges in Libya, where multiple authorities have competed for legitimacy since 2014.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​