Libyan Prime Minister Abdulhamid Dbeibah on Sunday, November 8, 2026, met with Hana Titeh, the UN Special Envoy to Libya, to discuss the country's political process and efforts to hold elections. The meeting took place at the Prime Minister's office in Tripoli. Dbeibah urged Titeh to continue pushing for elections, which he said would bring stability to the country.

The two discussed the latest developments in the political process and efforts to move forward with the electoral process. They also reviewed the progress of the 4+4 mini-dialogue committee, which aims to find a solution to the country's crisis. The committee's efforts are seen as crucial in achieving national reconciliation and paving the way for elections.

Dbeibah emphasized the importance of continuing efforts to push the political process towards elections, which he said would meet the aspirations of the Libyan people and end the transitional phases. Titeh's visit to Tripoli came after she met with Field Marshal Khalifa Haftar's son, Saddam Haftar, in Benghazi on Thursday, November 5, 2026.

During her meeting with Saddam Haftar, Titeh discussed opportunities to achieve progress and end the country's division. She also met with Speaker of the House of Representatives, Aguila Saleh, who expressed his support for the 4+4 agreement and stressed the need to accelerate its implementation. Saleh also emphasized the importance of unifying Libya's institutions, including sovereign, regulatory, and judicial bodies.

Titeh's visit to Benghazi was part of her efforts to engage with key stakeholders and build support for the UN's peace plan. The plan aims to bring together Libya's rival factions and pave the way for elections. Dbeibah and Titeh's meeting in Tripoli highlighted the continued international efforts to resolve Libya's crisis.

The UN has been working to find a solution to Libya's crisis, which has led to years of division and instability. The country's rival factions have been vying for power, and the situation has been exacerbated by the presence of various armed groups. Elections are seen as a crucial step towards stabilizing the country and bringing peace to its people.

The meeting between Dbeibah and Titeh reflects the ongoing efforts to find a peaceful solution to Libya's crisis. The country's future remains uncertain, but the push for elections offers a glimmer of hope for stability and peace. The international community continues to play a key role in supporting Libya's transition.

Key points

  • The Libyan Prime Minister and UN envoy discussed efforts to push the political process towards elections.
  • The 4+4 mini-dialogue committee's efforts aim to achieve national reconciliation and pave the way for elections.
  • The international community continues to support Libya's transition, with the UN playing a key role in finding a peaceful solution to the country's crisis.

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