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🛒 تسوق الآنFirst Conference of Libyan Parties in Sirte Affirms Unifying Institutions and Political Dialogue
First Conference of Libyan Parties in Sirte Affirms Unifying Institutions and Political Dialogue
Over 96 political leaders gather in Sirte under the slogan "Visions of Political Parties to Address the Libyan Crisis," marking a historic push for national reconciliation and institutional unity.
Sirte hosted the first ever Conference of Libyan Parties on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, bringing together heads and representatives of political parties from across the country alongside prominent national figures. The landmark event, organized under the theme "Visions of Political Parties to Address the Libyan Crisis," signals a renewed collective effort to break the political deadlock that has gripped Libya since 2014.
The preparatory committee emphasized that the choice of Sirte as the venue carried deep symbolic weight — reflecting the city's national and historical status as an emblem of Libyan unity and evoking the legacy of the Al-Qardabiyah battle, which embodied Libyans' solidarity against foreign occupation.
A Unified Vision for Democratic Transition
In its opening statement, the preparatory committee stressed that political parties are a fundamental pillar in building a democratic state, bearing the responsibility of contributing to ending division, entrenching a culture of dialogue, and ensuring peaceful transfer of power. The conference underscored the importance of strengthening citizenship and the rule of law to meet the Libyan people's aspirations for security, stability, and development.
Participants affirmed that holding free and fair presidential and parliamentary elections under a consensual constitutional foundation represents the most legitimate path to restore state institutions and renew their legitimacy. This, they argued, is the only route toward a unified authority capable of leading the country toward long-term stability, according to the final statement cited by the Libyan News Agency (LANA).
Security, Sovereignty, and International Support
The conference expressed appreciation for the national role played by the Libyan armed forces in protecting the country and maintaining its security and stability, recognizing them as one of the essential national institutions. Attendees also commended the efforts led by the United Nations and regional and international partners in supporting the political process, calling for continued initiatives that help bridge perspectives among Libyans.
"This conference brings together Libyan parties of all intellectual and political orientations under the umbrella of the nation, away from exclusion and accusations of treason," the preparatory committee said in a statement reported by Xinhua News Agency. "It enhances a culture of dialogue, acceptance of different opinions, and national partnership, contributing to formulating a shared political vision to address the Libyan crisis."
Sirte as a Symbol of National Unity
The preparatory committee explained that the conference aims to gather Libyan political parties under one national umbrella, away from polarization and marginalization. The coming phase, they stressed, requires preserving Libya's unity and sovereignty, enhancing social peace, and unifying state institutions — foremost among them the executive authority and the military establishment — to support building a state of institutions and law.
The choice of Sirte resonated deeply with participants. Located roughly halfway between Tripoli and Benghazi, the coastal city has historically served as a bridge between eastern and western Libya. The opening session extended thanks to security and service authorities in Sirte for their efforts in organizing the event, emphasizing that this gathering marks the beginning of a political track aimed at enhancing national consensus.
Libyan Political Landscape: A Fragmented Decade
Libya has been divided between competing governments since 2014 — the Government of National Unity (GNU) in Tripoli and the House of Representatives-backed government in the east. Multiple UN-led mediation efforts have sought to reconcile the factions, with elections repeatedly postponed over disputes on constitutional foundations, candidate eligibility, and electoral laws. The Conference of Libyan Parties represents the first time political parties from across the spectrum have gathered collectively to present a unified roadmap rather than reflecting competing executive agendas.
Analysts suggest that the united stance from political parties could create bottom-up pressure for resolving the institutional divide, though translating party consensus into governmental action remains the critical challenge ahead.
— Libya Press / Politics Desk
