UNSMIL Endorses Mediation to Resolve Libyan Constitutional Judiciary Dispute

Tripoli: The United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) has expressed support for mediation efforts by Libyan stakeholders to address the ongoing dispute over the constitutional judiciary. This includes backing the formation of a mediation committee consisting of prominent Libyan legal experts.According to Libyan News Agency, the committee's objective is to propose solutions that will maintain the continuity of constitutional oversight and uphold the judiciary's crucial role as a foundational pillar of the Libyan state. UNSMIL emphasized the necessity of resolving this dispute to protect the unity and independence of Libya's judicial system.The committee comprises retired Judge Hussein Al-Buaishi, Professor Al-Koni Abboudah, retired Judge Al-Mabrouk Al-Fakhri, and lawyer Essam El-Mawi. These individuals bring with them decades of esteemed service within Libya's legal and judicial frameworks. UNSMIL reiterated its commitment to support the committee in its efforts to mediate the dispute.UNSMIL high lighted the importance of this initiative in preserving the judiciary's unity and ensuring uniformity in judicial practices and rulings across Libya. This consistency is crucial for the daily lives of Libyan citizens. The mission called on all involved parties to engage constructively with the mediation committee to ensure the success of these efforts.