General Saddam Haftar, deputy commander of Libya's armed forces, has expressed his support for the country's path to stability and unity through strong national institutions. He emphasized that the strength and regular functioning of these institutions are crucial for protecting Libya's unity, sovereignty, and creating a lasting state. Haftar's vision for state-building and unification of national institutions leads him to view positively the recent agreement by the House of Representatives to reform its procedures.
The reforms, which include adopting a parliamentary term system and electing a new leadership bureau at the start of each session, aim to strengthen the legislative authority and renew its ability to fulfill national responsibilities. Haftar reaffirmed the armed forces' support for the House of Representatives and its newly elected leadership, including Speaker Saleheen Abd al-Nabi and his deputies Misbah Douma and Tarek al-Ashtar. He wished them success in their duties and urged them to build on the trust placed in them by a majority of members.
Haftar expressed his deep appreciation and gratitude to former House Speaker Aguila Saleh and his deputy Fawzi Al-Nuwairi for their years of service to the nation. He acknowledged their significant contribution in supporting the Libyan armed forces in the fight against terrorism and in helping to build, develop, and unify the military. This has strengthened the military's ability to defend Libya's sovereignty, security, and stability.
The next stage, according to Haftar, requires everyone to put the interests of the state and its institutions above all else. He called for overcoming divisions and consolidating institutional leadership, which will pave the way for completing the unification of political, executive, and security institutions. This will make them more effective nationally and help unify state institutions, preserving Libya's unity, sovereignty, and the interests of its people.
Haftar's statement was made through a post on X, where he highlighted the importance of these reforms in supporting stability and moving the country forward. He emphasized that the armed forces will continue to support the House of Representatives and its leadership, ensuring a strong and integrated national institution that serves to protect Libya's sovereignty and stability.
The Libyan people, Haftar said, must remain united and support all sincere national efforts for progress. This, he believes, is the path toward renewed stability, development, and reconstruction, with strong, integrated national institutions—first and foremost a unified national army. The national interest and citizens' dignity must be safeguarded, and Haftar's vision for state-building is centered around this goal.
The recent agreement by the House of Representatives marks a significant step towards institutional reform and strengthening Libya's legislative authority. With Haftar's support and the continued efforts of the newly elected leadership, Libya may be able to overcome its divisions and move towards a more stable and unified future. The role of Saleh and Nuwairi in their previous capacities has been acknowledged, and their contributions to the country's progress will be built upon.
Key points
- General Saddam Haftar supports Libya's parliamentary reforms to strengthen national institutions.
- The reforms aim to adopt a parliamentary term system and elect a new leadership bureau.
- Haftar expressed gratitude to former House Speaker Aguila Saleh and his deputy Fawzi Al-Nuwairi.
