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🛒 تسوق الآنPakistan's Unannounced Mediation Seeks New Political Settlement in Libya
Pakistan's Unannounced Mediation Seeks New Political Settlement in Libya
Islamabad steps into Libya's political deadlock with quiet diplomacy between east and west
Pakistan has launched an unannounced mediation effort between Libya's rival factions, seeking to break the prolonged political deadlock that has divided the country since 2012. According to a report by Middle East Online, Islamabad's quiet diplomacy aims to explore a new political formula to end Libya's fragmentation.
The mediation, which began in late 2025, involves backchannel communications and exchanged messages between eastern and western Libya. Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff, General Asim Munir, has been at the center of these efforts, holding direct talks with key Libyan leaders on both sides of the divide.
A New Diplomatic Player
Pakistan's entry into Libyan mediation marks a shift in the North African nation's diplomatic landscape. The report questioned whether Islamabad would become a major diplomatic player in Middle Eastern affairs or remain a message carrier between rival parties.
"Pakistan's engagement in a series of mediations reflects its ambition to join the club of international mediators," the report stated. The move follows Pakistan's success in facilitating communications between Washington and Tehran, demonstrating its emerging role as a bridge builder.
Meetings Between Haftar and Dbeibeh's Camps
In December 2025, General Munir traveled to Benghazi, where he met with Field Marshal Khalifa Haftar, commander of the Libyan National Army, and his sons at the General Command headquarters in eastern Libya. By June 2026, Islamabad established parallel communication channels with Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibeh's Government of National Unity in western Libya, confirming its balanced approach to both sides.
The proposed framework reportedly includes a 36-month transitional power-sharing agreement between the rival administrations, though details remain confidential as the initiative has not been officially announced, according to sources cited by Independent Arabia.
Historical Ties and International Backing
Pakistan's mediation role is grounded in decades-old military and diplomatic relations with Libya dating back to the 1970s. These ties have strengthened in recent years, particularly with the eastern-based General Command. Dbeibeh's government has also opened direct communication channels with Islamabad, underscoring broad recognition of Pakistan's potential role as an acceptable intermediary.
According to analysts, the initiative is reportedly backed by Saudi Arabia and conducted with the knowledge of the United States. Pakistan maintains relatively balanced relations with various regional and international capitals, positioning it as a credible mediator compared to traditional players like Turkey and Egypt, often viewed by Libyan factions as aligned with specific camps.
Challenges and Outlook
Despite promising developments, skepticism remains about Pakistan's ability to broker a breakthrough. Some analysts question whether Islamabad possesses the necessary political leverage to navigate Libya's complex landscape. An international relations specialist noted that Pakistan's "lack of prior direct involvement in the Libyan file could pose a hurdle." However, the same analyst acknowledged Pakistan's "extensive experience in security and military files, and a long track record in UN peacekeeping operations."
Libya remains deeply divided between rival administrations backed by different international powers, with the political process stalled since the collapse of the 2021 election roadmap. A successful Pakistani mediation could offer a fresh framework for dialogue outside established but gridlocked international tracks. The coming weeks may reveal whether Islamabad's quiet diplomacy yields a breakthrough in one of the region's most protracted conflicts.
— Libya Press / News Desk
