Libya-Lebanon diplomatic exchange continues over al-Sadr case
Imam Musa al-Sadr, the influential Lebanese-Iranian Shia cleric whose disappearance in Libya in 1978 remains unresolved
Libya’s Justice Minister Halima Abdulrahman has stated that certain Lebanese parties are impeding progress on resolving the Musa al-Sadr case.
In comments to Al-Nahar newspaper, Halima Abdulrahman indicated that Libya has sent Lebanese authorities a detailed roadmap for judicial cooperation regarding the case. The plan includes proposed steps towards resolving the matter and addressing the situation of Hannibal Gaddafi, who is currently detained in Lebanon.
The Libyan Justice Ministry reports it has not yet received an official response from Lebanese counterparts regarding their proposal. Halima characterised this as an “unjustified delay”.
According to the minister, Libya remains prepared to cooperate with Lebanon on investigating the 1978 disappearance of Imam al-Sadr. She stated that Libya seeks a resolution based on principles of sovereignty, legal process, and protection of citizens’ rights.
The case dates back to August 1978 when Imam Musa al-Sadr and two companions disappeared during an official visit to Libya. Hannibal Gaddafi, son of former Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi, has been held in Lebanon since 2015 in connection with the case.
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