Press releases

UNSMIL takes note of HCS Presidency elections, invites constructive engagement in the political process

28 Jul 2025 - Tripoli – The United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) followed the live broadcast of the High Council of State (HCS) session on Sunday, 27 July, during which 95 members elected a new Presidency. The Mission noted that voting proceeded under normal conditions and with transparency.
UN in Libya’s Ra’idat Programme opens for applications from young women across Libya

01 Jul 2025 - TRIPOLI – The United Nations in Libya is now accepting applications for the third cohort of its annual Ra’idat training programme which opens at midnight 1 July. Young Libyan women aged 18-30 are invited to apply between 1 and 15 July to join the programme, with applications from women from all cultural components and those with disabilities strongly encouraged.
Statement on recent demonstrations, incendiary rhetoric and rumors against UNSMIL

27 Jun 2025 - TRIPOLI - The United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) affirms its uncompromising respect for the right of all citizens to demonstrate peacefully and to express their views freely. Direct engagement with the Libyan people is a cornerstone of our work, and we are always prepared to meet, engage in discussions and listen to the views of the Libyan people which includes listening to the concerns of peaceful protesters.
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Statement by the Co-Chairs of the International Follow-up Committee on Libya - 20 June 2025

20 Jun 2025 - Berlin, 20 June 2025
Statement by the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Libya on the International Day for Countering Hate Speech

18 Jun 2025 - TRIPOLI - Hate speech undermines peace, deepens rifts, and has, many times throughout history, contributed to igniting conflict. In Libya, where politics are polarized and security is fragile, hate speech—especially when targeted along regional, tribal, or ethnic lines—threatens efforts to unite and stabilize the country.
SRSG Hanna S.Tetteh on the occasion of Eid al-Adha

05 Jun 2025 - As Libyans prepare to mark Eid al-Adha, I extend my warmest wishes to you and your families. This sacred occasion is a time for reflection, sacrifice and compassion—a reminder of the strength that comes from unity, and the importance of helping one another through times of hardship.
Libya: Sites of gross human rights violations must be sealed and impartially investigated - Türk

04 Jun 2025 - GENEVA – UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk said on Wednesday he was shocked by revelations of gross human rights violations uncovered at official and unofficial detention facilities run by the Stabilization Support Apparatus (SSA) force in Tripoli, calling for the sites to be sealed, and for prompt, independent, impartial and transparent investigations by the Libyan authorities.
UNSMIL shares Advisory Committee recommendations, prepares for public consultation

20 May 2025 - TRIPOLI – The United Nations Support Mission in Libya released a report today outlining the options put forth by the Advisory Committee to resolve key contentious issues that are blocking progress toward elections.
UNSMIL to launch professional development programme for Libyans in the media sector

20 May 2025 - TRIPOLI – The United Nations Support Mission in Libya will launch of a new professional development programme for Libyans in the media sector on 21 May.
Security Council Press Statement on Libya - 17 May 2025

17 May 2025 - NEW YORK - The members of the Security Council expressed their deep concern at the escalation of violence in Tripoli in recent days, with reports of civilian casualties.