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Mitri

lines on the record: 202
first: 2006-07-31
most recent: 2014-08-27
sittings or episodes: 14
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“Those actions had been preceded in March with the storming of the General National Congress and assaults on some members of Congress, including a shooting incident that targeted then-President El-Magariaf. That escalation in the pressure being exerted set a dangerous precedent of the resort to the use of military force in order to extract political concessions. Be that as it may, the political isolation law was adopted on 5 May. It will have far-reaching repercussions on the political process and on public administration. The law lists a wide range of political, administrative and other posts and defines types of affiliation and conduct as a basis for the exclusion of individuals from public life for 10 years. Proposals that the law include provisions for exempting persons on the basis of their support for the revolution were rejected.”
2013-06-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6981 (2013) · source
“It may not be coincidental, therefore, that the Prime Minister announced, on 5 June, the decision to relocate the headquarters of four major State-owned companies from Tripoli to Benghazi. When I last briefed the Council in March (see S/PV.6934), I noted a growing polarization on the Libyan political scene, manifested in divisions over a proposed law on political isolation, which demanded the exclusion from public office of persons associated with the former regime and others who had committed human rights violations. Commencing on 28 April, a number of revolutionary groups laid siege to several Government ministries in an attempt to force through the adoption of that law.”
2013-06-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6981 (2013) · source
“The United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) firmly condemned those attacks, as well as the previous ones, and called on all Libyans to rally around their legitimate institutions. I would like to briefly touch on the unilateral declaration by the transitional council of Barqa- Cyrenaica on 1 June of a federal region in eastern Libya. The leadership of the transitional council of Barqa have justified this move by what they perceive as the central Government's failure to address security and governance issues in their region. While it is difficult to gauge popular support for federalism in the eastern and southern regions of Libya, the calls for genuine decentralization and better distribution of national resources cannot be ignored.”
2013-06-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6981 (2013) · source
“53, which charges the Government with the task of dealing with armed groups that remain outside the control of the State and with immediately presenting a proposal for the integration of armed brigades. The Government responded promptly with a decision to proceed with the establishment of a national guard into which armed brigades would be integrated, but differences on the status of revolutionary brigades and their relationship with the State remain unresolved. The security situation in Benghazi deteriorated again on 15 June. In what appeared to be retaliation for the events of 8 June, gunmen attacked an army base and the National Security Directorate. A number of Special Forces troops were killed.”
2013-06-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6981 (2013) · source
“Mr. Mitri: On 8 June, Benghazi witnessed a tragic event that caused a considerable loss oflife, the greatest loss of life in eastern Libya since the revolution. What started as a peaceful demonstration outside the barracks of an armed brigade in the city deteriorated into an exchange of fire that left many dead and wounded, mostly demonstrators. The protesters were calling for the Libya Shield Brigades, which mainly comprise revolutionary formations under the operational control of the Chief of General Staff of the Libyan Army, to be dismantled and for the army and police to be entrusted with the role of exclusive security forces. The Libyan authorities took swift action in the wake of that incident and transfered control of several brigade barracks in Benghazi to the Libyan Army. The General National Congress issued its Decision No.”
2013-06-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6981 (2013) · source
“We appreciate their determination and strong commitment to building a modern, democratic and accountable State based on the rule of law and respect for human rights. UNSMIL is grateful to the Prime Minister and all of his Ministers and his Government for fostering a relationship of confidence and close collaboration that enables us in UNSMIL to execute our mandate in the service of the Libyan people.”
2013-03-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6934 (2013) · source
“Given the legacy bequeathed to the Libyan people by the former regime, the process of democratic transition will surely face an array of obstacles requiring long-term responses. The past few weeks have seen increased political polarization in the debate over the draft political isolation law and attempts to openly undermine the authority of the democratically elected bodies and legitimate institutions of the State. I have consistently impressed upon Libya's political leadership that safeguarding Libya's democratic transition will require an inclusive dialogue leading to genuine national reconciliation. The Council is about to hear from Libya's first democratically elected Prime Minister. It has indeed been a privilege for me and my colleagues to work with Prime Minister Zeidan and his Government.”
2013-03-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6934 (2013) · source
“Significant progress in improving the country's precarious security situation remains hampered by weak State institutions and security coordination mechanisms, as well as by continuing mistrust of the State's security forces on the part of many ofthose who fought during the revolution, most of whom remain armed. The country remains awash in unsecured weapons and munitions that continue to pose a regional security risk, given Libya's porous borders. Notwithstanding those difficulties, Prime Minister Zeidan's Government is resolved to move forward and to do so expeditiously in order to enhance security and address the various problems pertaining to the proliferation of weapons and the continued presence of armed groups outside the legitimate control of the State. UNSMIL will continue to provide assistance in that regard.”
2013-03-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6934 (2013) · source
“The Paris conference, held on 12 February, was the first international high-level event convened on Libya since the revolution, and was an occasion for Libya's international partners to endorse the detailed priorities articulated by the Libyan Government in the form of a security, justice and rule of law development plan. The onus is now on the Libyan Government to take relevant policy decisions and create appropriate coordination structures that would contribute towards the implementation of its action plans. Despite the fact that the Libyan people have come a long way since the liberation of the country 17 months ago, the security problems remain formidable, and are arguably the predominant concern for most Libyans.”
2013-03-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6934 (2013) · source
“The Secretary-General's report proposes the renewal of UNSMIL's mandate as an integrated special political mission for another 12 months to continue its assistance to the State of Libya in defining national priorities related to its democratic transition and efforts to build a modern, accountable State based on the rule of law and respect for human rights. The proposed mandate areas are fully consistent with the request of the Libyan authorities. When I last briefed the Council, I noted that an international ministerial conference on support to Libya would be convened in Paris, following the senior officials' meeting held in London in December 2012.”
2013-03-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6934 (2013) · source
“It is also worth acknowledging that the Libyan Government facilitated a visit by UNSMIL representatives to former Prime Minister Al-Baghdadi al-Mahmoudi, following media reports suggesting he had sustained life-threatening injuries as a result of torture at a detention facility in Tripoli. Appearing to be in decent physical and mental condition, Mr. Al-Mahmoudi unequivocally denied having been mistreated. With regard to former intelligence chief Mr. Abdullah Al-Senussi, the International Criminal Court issued a decision ordering the Libyan authorities to have him surrendered to The Hague. The authorities have since appealed the order and signaled their intention to file a challenge to the admissibility of that case.”
2013-03-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6934 (2013) · source
“For its part, UNSMIL continues to highlight the plight of detainees, particularly those held in secret detention facilities, including farms and private homes in the Tripoli area and in other towns and cities across the country. We are equally concerned by allegations of a number of deaths in custody. The Minister of Justice has been responsive to our requests and to the advocacy efforts of various human rights organizations. The Minister of the Interior has announced his plans to confront illegal brigades and rogue elements suspected of involvement in kidnapping, detention and torture.”
2013-03-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6934 (2013) · source
“Prime Minister Zeidan has declared unequivocally that the Government will take measures to ensure that armed intimidation of the General National Congress and the use of force to achieve political objectives are not repeated. He called on the Libyan people to stand with the Government when it uses force against those who break the law. When I last briefed the Council, I noted that the continued mistreatment and detention without due process of several thousand people remain a source of deep concern. I am pleased to note that the Government has taken measures to accelerate the screening of detainees and their transfer to State-controlled detention facilities.”
2013-03-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6934 (2013) · source
“I strongly deplored such armed intimidation of the General National Congress and the attempted assassination of President El-Magariaf that followed. Following last week's siege and violence, Mr. El-Magariaf made it clear that the General National Congress would not reconvene under pressure or the threat of arms. During the same week, the Al-Assima television station was stormed by armed men. Its director and five of its staff were kidnapped and later released. There were also attacks against other media organizations and journalists, as well as against a Coptic Church in Benghazi and other places of worship. I strongly deplored all of those acts of violence.”
2013-03-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6934 (2013) · source
“The legitimacy of adopting measures to exclude individuals who have committed serious human rights violations from holding public office constitutes a valid transitional justice measure. However, in meetings with political leaders and Congress members, we have consistently urged caution on the adoption of such a law, and highlighted international standards that ought to apply to any vetting mechanism. UNSMIL reiterated this message in a memorandum submitted to President El-Magariaf for further distribution to General National Congress members. On 5 March, a special session of the General National Congress to discuss the draft law ended in disarray after protestors threatened to use force unless Congress members voted to adopt the draft law.”
2013-03-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6934 (2013) · source
“Over the past few weeks, a political crisis has emerged from the controversy over a proposed law on political isolation, proponents of which argue that it is a necessary tool to protect the revolution and ensure that those who corrupted public life in the past are excluded from holding public office. While there is strong support for such a law in some quarters, the debate over its adoption has been politically divisive. In its current form, the draft law contains an extensive list of criteria, many of which are based on affiliation, and would apply to a wide range of public office-holders at the national and local levels, including elected officials and the judiciary. The draft law is also silent on how it is to be implemented.”
2013-03-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6934 (2013) · source
“Therefore, an amendment of the Constitutional Declaration by the General National Congress is required, and is about to be made, in order to move forward in organizing the election of the constitutional drafting assembly. In anticipation, the High National Election Commission, with the assistance of the United Nations, intensified its effort to digitize the hard- copy voter register and undertake other institutional developments. It is hoped that the requisite legislation for the election of the 60-member assembly will be adopted without delay.”
2013-03-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6934 (2013) · source
“In my last briefing to the Council (see S/PV.6912), I spoke of mounting public pressure on the General National Congress to expeditiously form a constitutional drafting assembly, and of the debate within the Congress about whether to appoint or elect members to such an assembly. As outlined in the report of the Secretary-General, on 6 February the General National Congress voted to leave in place amendment 3 to the Constitutional Declaration, which required members of the constitution drafting assembly to be elected by popular vote. The decision resolved a debate that had come to increasingly dominate the constitution-making process. However, a subsequent decision of the Supreme Court invalidated amendment 3 on technical and procedural grounds.”
2013-03-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6934 (2013) · source
“The largely peaceful and celebratory demonstrations manifested a sense of pride in the promises augured by the revolution. Libya's political leadership is to be commended for its efforts to defuse tensions and provide efficient security measures. Both President El-Magariaf and Prime Minister Ali Zeidan reached out across the political spectrum in the east. The anniversary was an opportunity for the Libyan political leadership to reiterate its commitment to transitional justice, national reconciliation through dialogue, the reactivation of the economy and improvements in local governance, a key demand in the east.”
2013-03-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6934 (2013) · source
“Mr. Mitri: The Council has before it the report of the Secretary-General on the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) dated 21 February 2013 (S/2013/ 104). As the report provides details on the work of UNSMIL over the past six months, I will therefore focus my remarks on the most recent and critical developments. On 17 February, the Libyan people took to the streets across the country to mark the second anniversary of their revolution. On 15 February, and again on 17 February, thousands gathered in Benghazi's Freedom Square, calling for an end to the political and socioeconomic marginalization of the east and for greater stability. Despite widespread concern, the events of 15 and 17 February did not destabilize the country.”
2013-03-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6934 (2013) · source
“While the determination of the authorities and their many initiatives may augur a greater capability of moving forward in institution-building, it is worth underscoring that there are still many difficult decisions to take in the areas of constitution-making, transitional justice and reconciliation, not to mention security sector reform. In going forward, broad-based support for such decisions is necessary. Equally necessary is seeking consensus on national priorities in this critical phase of democratic State-building. For that purpose, the Libyan authorities, political forces, community and tribal leaders, revolutionaries and civil society organizations should engage in a process of national dialogue. UNSMIL is committed to assisting in that endeavour.”
2013-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6912 (2013) · source
“The meeting - which was attended by officials of Denmark, France, Germany, Italy, Qatar, the United Kingdom, the United Arab Emirates, the United States of America and Turkey, as well as the European Union and the United Nations - endorsed those priorities, emphasized the importance of coordination, and identified specific international assistance needed to realize progress. A ministerial conference will be held in Paris in February. UNSMIL will continue to assist the Libyan authorities in preparing for the conference and will be ready to assume its responsibilities in ensuring proper coordination in following up on the decisions of the Paris conference.”
2013-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6912 (2013) · source
“The hearing did not address, for the time being, any crimes related to the conflict. The trial of Mahmoud Al-Baghdadi, former Secretary of the General People's Committee - a sort of Prime Minister - under Al-Qadhafi, commenced on 12 November. The court adjourned until 11 February to allow the defence additional time to summon witnesses. On 17 December, the United Kingdom Government hosted an international meeting with the participation of Libyan officials from the Ministries of Foreign Affairs, Defence, Interior, Justice and Intelligence to discuss international assistance to Libya in its reform of the security sector and institution-building in the justice sector.”
2013-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6912 (2013) · source
“Additionally, UNSMIL continues to advise the Libyan authorities on prison reform. UNSMIL has also commenced weekly meetings with the General National Congress human rights committee and held additional training for civil society organizations. UNSMIL continues to advise the Office of the Prosecutor-General on the implementation of an overall prosecutorial strategy, with a focus on cases of those with a high level of responsibility or those responsible for serious crimes. In that regard, on 1 January the Office of the Prosecutor-General announced that it had made significant progress in its investigations against Saif Al-Islam Al-Qadhafi and Abdullah Al-Senussi. Saif Al-Islam Al-Qadhafi appeared before the criminal court in Zintan on 17 January on charges ofundermining State security and attempting to escape from prison.”
2013-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6912 (2013) · source
“We are firm in our conviction that the distinction between personal misconduct and affiliation need not be overshadowed by the desire to be receptive to a popular demand. Any law should also provide sufficient due process guarantees for those whose rights are affected. The continued detention without due process and mistreatment of several thousand people arising from the conflict remain a source of deep concern. While there has been some progress in the screening and processing of conflict-related detainees, this has remained limited in scope. UNSMIL continues to urge the Libyan authorities to accelerate the screening of such detainees, the release of those against whom there is insufficient evidence, and the transfer of detainees to State-controlled facilities.”
2013-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6912 (2013) · source
“Various efforts towards upholding the need for national reconciliation and the imperative of justice alike are likely to be affected by tensions that could be created or exacerbated by the divisive character of certain thorny issues. Following the exclusion from public positions of persons associated with the previous, Al-Qadhafi regime, on the basis of reviews by the Integrity and Patriotism Commission, there is a strong drive among certain political forces to take this even further. On 26 December and following the proposal of some of its members, the General National Congress discussed the adoption of a law on "political isolation" and formed a committee to make a proposal. UNSMIL encourages consultations on this proposal, looking carefully into possible undesirable effects on reconciliation, social cohesion and political pluralism.”
2013-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6912 (2013) · source
“A documented report has been completed and I will present it to the Libyan authorities upon my return to Tripoli. Events in Bani Walid and elsewhere highlighted the urgent need to promote reconciliation and transitional justice. In December, the United Nations, in collaboration with the Ministry of Justice and relevant Government entities, held two conferences on reconciliation and transitional justice. A new draft law on transitional justice, introduced by the Minister of Justice, who is a human rights advocate, provides for a more coherent truth-seeking mechanism, clearer provisions of criminal accountability, and expanded provisions on compensation.”
2013-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6912 (2013) · source
“Assassinations and attacks have to be viewed primarily in the context of the resistance of some armed groups to the State's attempt to re-establish its authority. The opposition of armed radical groups to the military intervention in Mali may exacerbate the situation, given ideological and/or ethnic affiliations, as well as porous borders in Libya. Senior Libyan officials whom I met recently stressed their concern over the situation and pledged to provide better security to the diplomatic community and the citizens of Benghazi. In my last briefing, I reported on the situation in Bani Walid, which has since stabilized. Our human rights team is continuing to follow up on alleged human rights violations committed during and in the aftermath ofthe conflict.”
2013-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6912 (2013) · source
“Benghazi residents organized a demonstration on 28 December, in which they demanded an end to the attacks against security personnel, an investigation into the recent events, and, most important, the dissolution of all armed groups. In my meetings with the local council, non-governmental organizations, political parties and independent figures during my visit to Benghazi, all emphasized the need for more effective implementation of the Government's decisions to improve security in the east. They also expressed their deep feeling of marginalization and called for genuine decentralization and for the election rather than selection of a constitutional drafting body. The security situation in the east of Libya poses a serious challenge to the Government and threatens to derail its attempts to secure stability.”
2013-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6912 (2013) · source
“Despite some progress, the security situation remains problematic. On 3 January, President el-Magariaf survived an assassination attempt during a visit to Sabha. On 12 January, unknown gunmen fired upon the vehicle of the Italian consul in Benghazi. Targeted attacks on security officials continue in the east. The head of Benghazi's police directorate and a top official in the city's Criminal Investigation Department have been killed. Police stations in Benghazi and Derna have been attacked on many different occasions, as have police patrols. The Ministry of the Interior, supported by the Benghazi local council, has begun to implement a participatory security policy involving citizens and tribal leaders, aimed at creating the stability in Benghazi that Libyans desire.”
2013-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6912 (2013) · source
“On 12 January, the Prime Minister met with the Prime Ministers of Algeria and Tunisia in Ghadames and agreed to joint measures to combat organized crime, terrorism and smuggling across borders. Meanwhile, discontent among the population in the south has increased, with accusations of insufficient service delivery prompting a temporary walkout by some General National Congress members to draw attention to the issue. Libyan authorities at the highest level expressed, through visits and otherwise, their willingness to address these problems. Prior to that, my Deputy led a joint United Nations country team- UNSMIL mission to the south from 19 to 23 November. They met with local authorities and representatives of civil society to look into humanitarian and development needs. Some oftheir findings were shared with officials in Tripoli.”
2013-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6912 (2013) · source
“Various Libyan institutions, with the help of the United Nations and other international partners, continued to make significant progress in clearing unexploded ordnances and improving ammunition management. Risk education, including a Ministry of Education training ofteachers programme, is supported by UNICEF. However, much remains to be done. For 2013, the United Nations will require $21 million of voluntary funds to efficiently continue its activities. Security along Libya's borders remains a key concern given the current capacity limitations and the possible impact of recent developments in Mali. In early December, Prime Minister Zeidan visited Algeria, Chad, Niger and the Sudan to discuss border security and ways to improve bilateral relations. This visit resulted in agreements on border security cooperation.”
2013-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6912 (2013) · source
“UNSMIL and its partners in the international defence working group, continue to assist in the development of military education and training, personnel and pension reform, defence legislation and regulations, and media and communications capabilities. A number of experts have been embedded in the Ministry ofDefence and the Office of the Army Chief of Staff. On 5 and 6 December, the World Health Organization facilitated national consultations in partnership with the Warriors' Affairs Commission for Rehabilitation and Development, the Ministry of Health and Libyan universities to design a curriculum for a one-year course on the psychosocial rehabilitation of former combatants and their families, to be launched in March.”
2013-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6912 (2013) · source
“On 9 December, the borders, petroleum and critical infrastructure guards entity was placed under the command of the Army's Chief of Staff to ensure improved command and control of military operations. UNSMIL is supporting the Government in developing a comprehensive defence policy, through the process known as "Towards a Defence White Paper", facilitated in close consultation with concerned Ministers, leaders of various military and security institutions, regional military commanders, General National Congress committees, non-governmental organizations and even former revolutionary fighters. The draft of the full paper is expected in February.”
2013-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6912 (2013) · source
“Since then, more than 20,000 revolutionary fighters - quite a large number - attached to the Supreme Security Committee have individually enlisted in the Ministry and the training process has been set in motion. The plans of the Government, and those of the Minister of the Interior in particular, have been met with resistance from certain revolutionary brigades that are not ready to surrender their weapons and be absorbed into State institutions. UNSMIL continues to offer, in a more coordinated and efficient manner, its technical advice on the issues of demobilization and reintegration, training, national security policies, legal frameworks, organizational structure and budget.”
2013-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6912 (2013) · source
“In this context, I also recently met with representatives of the Amazigh, Tabu and Tuareg communities to discuss their demands that the Government and the constitutional process address issues affecting their communities, including questions of Libyan identity and citizenship, political participation and language rights. While the security situation in Libya remains precarious, efforts to reform the security sector have begun to assure greater coherence. On 11 December, the Minister of the Interior announced his plans to develop and restructure the Ministry. His priorities include increasing police presence and visibility, moving gradually towards the integration of members of the Supreme Security Committee into the police, and establishing a vetting mechanism aimed at instilling public confidence in the police force.”
2013-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6912 (2013) · source
“Libyan civil society has also increased discussions on constitution-making procedures and on the constitution's content. UNSMIL continues to encourage inclusive dialogue on both sets of issues, hoping to enhance progress in the process leading to the making of the constitution. On 14 January, women members of the General National Congress announced the formation of a caucus, one of whose key aims is to ensure the fair representation of women on the constitutional drafting committee. UNSMIL has been supporting their efforts in advocating for women's rights and political participation.”
2013-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6912 (2013) · source
“Similar assistance has been provided to the General National Congress to support the establishment of its internal structures. Since my most recent briefing (see S/PV.6857), the Libyan constitution-making process has gained increased political significance, with mounting public pressure on the General National Congress to move expeditiously towards forming the constitution-drafting body. The General National Congress has not yet determined whether the members of that body are to be appointed or elected. That this debate is intertwined with regional politics is evident. The General National Congress has formed a committee to organize public consultations around this important matter. UNSMIL is providing support to the work of the committee.”
2013-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6912 (2013) · source
“Mr. Mitri: Since my last briefing, Prime Minister Ali Zeidan and his Cabinet have taken office in Tripoli. The Prime Minister appears to enjoy broad support from the General National Congress, political parties and the public. The new Government has expressed its determination to tackle the major internal problems facing the country. Equally, the Prime Minister has taken the initiative to enhance relations of cooperation and mutual respect with neighbours in the region, as well as with other international partners. In recognition of the importance of the Prime Minister's office in exercising leadership in policy implementation and ensuring coordination among the ministries, the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) has been providing technical assistance in developing effective institutions and processes.”
2013-01-29 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6912 (2013) · source
“One year since the liberation, the people of Libya are demanding more of their elected authorities. That is a sign of a vibrant democratic life. UNSMIL has spent the past year working closely with the Government, civil society and the international community to ensure that no effort is spared in helping achieve the objective of democratic State-building. I look forward to continuing our engagement with all the determination and perseverance it deserves.”
2012-11-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6857 (2012) · source
“In addition to the political, security and rule of law areas, last month UNSMIL and the Government finalized the Strategic Framework 2013-2014, which provides a coherent United Nations country team response in the transition period and a foundation to adapt to evolving Libyan needs. That initiative will be followed up with the new Cabinet. I would like to recognize once again the progress achieved over the past year towards stabilizing a country bereft of democracy, institutions, human rights and the rule of law over the past 42 years. The problems faced should not be underestimated but are not insurmountable. Building a democratic State is a cumulative process that needs time and patience, but it necessitates, first and foremost, a sustained, coherent and determined effort by the Government.”
2012-11-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6857 (2012) · source
“UNSMIL continues to raise the issue, to Visit places of detention and to receive information on death in custody and allegations of torture of detainees. UNSMIL continues to engage with interlocutors on programmes such as training the judicial police and advising the General Prosecutor to develop an overall strategy for prosecuting former regime figures and others who have committed serious human rights violations. UNSMIL is also urging the GNC and the Government to pursue a comprehensive transitional justice strategy, including by implementing a dynamic truth-seeking process.”
2012-11-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6857 (2012) · source
“UNSMIL continues to work on the issue of conflict-related detentions, including by urging the Ministries of Justice, Defence and the Interior to accelerate the screening of detainees and to investigate cases of mistreatment and torture. In Misrata, where many are held outside of the State's authority, national and local authorities have recently taken the initiative to institute a comprehensive screening process. This is a step forward, and UNSMIL stands ready to assist in its implementation. Little progress, however, has been made in transferring detention facilities from brigades to the Ministry of Justice. While many of the facilities are nominally under the control of local military councils or security committees linked to the Ministry of Defence or Justice, some remain outside the purview of State organs.”
2012-11-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6857 (2012) · source
“UNSMIL continues to support the Ministry of the Interior and to help coordinate international offers of assistance in the areas of police reform, with a view to developing a professional Libyan police service under the command of a uniformed chief of police. UNSMIL has established an overarching system of coordination meetings with regard to the security sector, including working groups on police and defence reform, arms and ammunition, and disarmament, demobilization and reintegration, to match various offers of international assistance with requests from the Libyan Government. Along with security sector reform, it remains just as urgent for the Libyan authorities to fully activate the judiciary so that perpetrators are held to account and the rule of law is upheld.”
2012-11-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6857 (2012) · source
“UNSMIL has been active in advising and assisting the Libyan authorities on those initiatives, many of which could be implemented quickly with appropriate assistance from the international community. Consultations with the army Chief of Staff have been ongoing on establishing a vision for a new Libyan defence policy and the delineation of roles and responsibilities as well as, notably, the drafting of a background document for a defence white paper. Libyan intentions are to ensure civilian oversight of the defence forces and to create a professional and apolitical force capable of securing the country's borders, protecting the population and upholding the country's Constitution and laws.”
2012-11-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6857 (2012) · source
“The events of Bani Walid, Tripoli and Benghazi underscore the need for rapid and effective policy decisions and practical measures to be taken in the area of security sector reform. Such initiatives include the implementation of a national security coordination mechanism; interim security measures while new Libyan defence and police forces are built and supported by national intelligence; the disarmament, demobilization and reintegration of former revolutionaries; and a weapons and ammunition control programme. In that way, the responsibility and capability of maintaining security and the monopoly on the use of legitimate force is held solely by the State, in line with the expectations of the population.”
2012-11-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6857 (2012) · source
“The Chief of Staff subsequently announced the deployment of a national mobile force, initially in Tripoli, to assume control over public buildings occupied by brigades, with a plan to subsequently deploy in Benghazi. As illustrated by the demonstration of 21 September, public pressure is mounting on the Government to act decisively and quickly to build and reform the State's security institutions. While that large outpouring of public support underscores the urgency of the issue, it also provides the new Government the opportunity to move swiftly and decisively in advancing security sector reform. While some progress has been made, security conditions remain precarious.”
2012-11-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6857 (2012) · source
“They also called for brigades to evacuate buildings, for the Government to crack down on illegal ones and for the Prime Minister to appoint qualified ministers to his Cabinet. On 22 September, GNC President Mohamed Yousef El-Magariaf and the army Chief of Staff announced a series of measures that included the establishment of a joint operations room under the authority of the Chief of Staff, the dismantling of unauthorized checkpoints, patrols and brigades and their removal from public buildings. Steps were taken to implement those interim measures, including by bringing more brigades under the direct control of the Chief of Staff and appointing military officers to head them up.”
2012-11-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6857 (2012) · source
“Car bombs also targeted two Benghazi police stations. Following the attack on the United States diplomatic office in Benghazi on 11 September, in addition to official condemnation from the President and the Prime Minister, many in Benghazi and beyond expressed widespread outrage. They denounced the attack and affirmed the population's demand for the rule of law and the building of national military and security institutions. In the greatest expression of indignation, on 21 September, approximately 30,000 residents of Benghazi participated in a demonstration to save Benghazi, as they put it. Demonstrators marched on compounds held by armed brigades and demanded the building of a national army and police and the integration of fighters, as well as security and prosperity for Benghazi.”
2012-11-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6857 (2012) · source
“The Government also established a crisis management cell to coordinate all Government activities related to Bani Walid. Elsewhere, on 20 and 21 September, fighting broke out in southern Libya between residents of the town of Al-Shati and Tripoli-based armed brigades, amid reports of the attempted arrests of alleged wanted personnel affiliated with the former regime. The regular army brought an end to the fighting and worked with local leaders and civil society representatives to broker an agreement. The fighting left several dead and wounded. Tripoli also experienced bouts of fighting between armed brigades that left several wounded, while Benghazi and the east continued to suffer from a number of serious security incidents. Assassination attempts continued, targeting security officials, a religious leader and a brigade commander.”
2012-11-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6857 (2012) · source