The United States has welcomed the new leadership of Libya's House of Representatives, with the US Embassy in Tripoli congratulating Saleh Abd al-Nabi on his election as Speaker. Abd al-Nabi was elected on October 8, 2026, in a session held in Benghazi, alongside Tariq al-Ashtar and Misha'an Duma as his first and second deputies. The US Embassy stated that they look forward to working with the new leadership to support the political process.
The US Embassy's statement emphasized the importance of unifying Libya's institutions and holding national elections. The embassy highlighted that the next stage presents an opportunity for Libyan leaders and the people to overcome divisions and work towards national unity and lasting peace. The US has reiterated its support for efforts to unify Libyan institutions, in coordination with the UN Mission to Libya and international partners.
The election of the new House of Representatives leadership took place after a session on October 5, 2026, where amendments to the internal regulations were approved, allowing for a rotational presidency with a maximum term of 12 months. This change paved the way for the election of a new leadership, ending the 12-year tenure of previous Speaker Aqila Saleh.
The US statement stressed that the road to national elections is linked to the unification of political, economic, and military institutions. The US believes that a unified institution is essential to implement the outcomes of the political process and hold successful national elections. Washington has expressed its commitment to working with all Libyan parties and institutions to support the political process.
The new leadership of the House of Representatives faces several key challenges, including managing legislative work, dealing with political requirements, and participating in efforts to unify state institutions. The US Embassy's statement emphasized that they will work with the new leadership and all Libyan parties to support the political process, stressing the importance of Libyan leadership in this process.
The US support for the new Libyan leadership comes as part of a broader international effort to push for a comprehensive political settlement in Libya. The US, along with the UN and other international partners, aims to support Libyan efforts to unify institutions and hold national elections. The new leadership will have to navigate these complex challenges while working to achieve stability and unity in Libya.
The changes in Libya's House of Representatives leadership and the US support for the new leadership reflect a critical phase in Libya's political process. The US and international community continue to emphasize the importance of unified institutions and national elections in achieving lasting peace and stability in Libya.
Key points
- The US Embassy in Libya has congratulated the new leadership of the Libyan House of Representatives.
- The US looks forward to working with the new leadership to unify institutions and hold national elections.
- The new leadership of the House of Representatives faces several key challenges, including managing legislative work and participating in efforts to unify state institutions.
