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Libya: Diplomats looking for stability in a chaotic situation
Diplomatic tensions in Libya: EU ministers meet with Dbeibah in Tripoli as the country continues to struggle for stability.
Libya: Diplomats looking for stability in a chaotic situation
In the Libyan capital Tripoli, political events are currently more turbulent than ever. On July 8, 2025, European ministers met with Libyan Prime Minister Abdelhamid Dbeibah to discuss pressing issues such as migration. It became clear: Libya's stability is still fragile. M. Hamad, in a statement, called on the international community to respect Libya's sovereignty. This sets clear limits for diplomatic activities; future visits and meetings of the diplomats are only permitted with the prior authorization of the Libyan government (La Libre).
Libya, meanwhile, has not recovered from political unrest since the fall of long-time dictator Muammar Gaddafi in 2011. There are currently two rival governments in the country: the Gouvernement d'unité Nationale (GNU) in Tripoli and another supported by military leader Khalifa Haftar in Benghazi. This rivalry is fueling tensions and has contributed to the postponement of planned elections, further complicating the situation (African Perceptions).
Human rights and migration
But political instability is not the only issue. Life for many people, especially refugees and migrants, is a constant challenge in Libya. It is estimated that around 600,000 to 1 million migrants live here, often suffering from catastrophic conditions. Many of them have no rights and have to deal with forced labor and abuse. Unfortunately, the conditions in the internment camps, which function as reception centers, are often characterized by violence and inadequate care (NZZ).
The Libyan coast guard, supported by the EU, is tasked with preventing migrants from crossing the Mediterranean, which further worsens the situation of many fleeing people. The Libyan Abubaker, 23 years old, waits in vain for jobs in Tripoli and often feels ripped off. And the Sudanese Othman Mohamed also reports terrible conditions in the camps. The hope of many refugees lies in organizations like Caritas, which are trying to provide help in this chaotic situation.
outlook
The political landscape in Libya remains confusing given the large number of actors and conflicts. The international community is called upon to promote constructive dialogue and a possible political agreement. But the road to a stable Libya is rocky: the country needs a comprehensive, inclusive agreement to resolve internal conflicts and sustainably improve the living conditions of its citizens, especially the most vulnerable (African Perceptions).