UNSMIL expresses its deep concern over the killing on 3 February of Mr. Saif al Islam Gaddafi near Zintan. His office announced that he was killed during a targeted attack at his residence. UNSMIL expresses its condolences to his family.
The Mission strongly condemns such targeted acts and all similar acts of violence, which undermine the rule of law, violate the sanctity of human life, and threaten peace and stability in Libya. This incident highlights the urgent need to address all cases of such killings across the country.
UNSMIL urgently calls upon the competent Libyan authorities to swiftly and transparently investigate this crime to identify those responsible and bring the perpetrators to justice, and take decisive measures to end this pattern of violence.
The Mission further urges all parties to exercise restraint and to avoid any behaviours which could exacerbate tensions or jeopardise security and stability across the country, and highlights the necessity for a political solution for Libya as a means to long-term stability and development.