In Tripoli on April 20, 2026, the President of the Presidential Council, Mohamed al-Menfi, received the Deputy Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General to Libya, Stephanie Khoury.

Khoury provided a briefing on the outlines of the UN’s upcoming efforts, particularly regarding structured dialogue tracks, affirming the mission’s continued work in facilitating dialogue and bridging viewpoints to reach a comprehensive consensus that paves the way for ending the transitional phase.

For his part, al-Menfi stated that the Presidential Council views positively the UN efforts aimed at achieving consensus among Libyan parties, stressing that any initiative must be based on existing legal and constitutional references to ensure clarity of the path and adherence to the framework governing the political process.

The President of the Presidential Council also reaffirmed the principle of national ownership and support for any path leading to holding elections within a specific timeframe, while emphasizing the importance of preserving the unity of institutions and including all national components in any arrangements leading to a comprehensive and sustainable settlement acceptable to all parties.

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Tripoli

Tripoli, the capital of Libya, is a historic Mediterranean port city with roots dating back to the 7th century BCE, when it was founded by the Phoenicians as Oea. It later flourished under Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman rule, and its old town, the Medina, features landmarks like the Arch of Marcus Aurelius and the Karamanli Mosque. Today, Tripoli remains a cultural and economic hub, though its history has been shaped by periods of colonialism, conflict, and recent political upheaval.

Libya

Libya is a North African country with a rich history spanning ancient civilizations, including the Phoenicians, Greeks, and Romans, who left landmarks like the UNESCO-listed ruins of Leptis Magna. It was part of the Ottoman Empire and later became an Italian colony before gaining independence in 1951. In modern times, Libya experienced decades under Muammar Gaddafi’s rule, followed by political instability and conflict after the 2011 revolution.