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Second National Forum in Misrata Rejects Power-Sharing, Demands Urgent Elections for Libya
Misrata Forum delivers clear message: No more political deals — elections are the only path forward
Participants in the Second National Forum, held in the coastal city of Misrata, issued a decisive statement rejecting any political understandings or deals aimed at power-sharing among unelected actors. The forum, which brought together a broad cross-section of Libyan civil society including women's rights advocates, community leaders, and political activists, declared that any arrangements outside a proper electoral process would only deepen the country's protracted political crisis.
The statement explicitly rejected the appointment of any individuals named in reports by the United Nations Security Council Panel of Experts or those implicated in corruption and human rights violations. The forum demanded accountability through the judiciary, stressing that building a state governed by the rule of law requires excluding such figures from decision-making positions.
Women at the Forefront of Political Demands
A notable feature of the Second National Forum was the strong participation of Libyan women, who played a key role in shaping the final statement. Women delegates emphasized that the ongoing political deadlock disproportionately affects women, children, and vulnerable communities across Libya. They called for a political transition that guarantees women's representation and protects their hard-won rights in any future governance framework.
"The voices of Libyan women must be heard in every decision that shapes this nation's future," a female participant from Misrata stated. The forum's call for urgent elections was seen as a demand not just for political stability, but for a more inclusive Libya where women's participation in public life is protected and expanded.
Rejection of Power-Sharing: A Clear Political Stance
The forum's rejection of power-sharing agreements reflects growing frustration among Libyans with repeated rounds of political bargaining that have failed to produce lasting stability. Since the fall of the Gaddafi regime in 2011, Libya has seen numerous transitional governments, rival administrations, and internationally brokered deals that many citizens view as benefiting a small political elite rather than the broader population.
According to the statement, any political arrangement that redistributes positions among the same unelected figures would amount to a "recycling" of the current political bodies — a prospect the forum firmly opposed. The participants argued that genuine stability can only come through the ballot box, where Libyans can freely choose their representatives.
Call for UN to Refocus on Elections
The forum called on the United Nations mission in Libya to prioritize ending the transitional period by supporting a constitutional referendum, overseeing the organization of nationwide elections, and completing the remaining steps toward lasting stability. This marked a shift in tone, with participants expressing impatience with the pace of UN-led political processes and demanding concrete timelines for electoral benchmarks.
The UN Security Council Panel of Experts has repeatedly warned that delays in the political process create space for foreign interference and armed group mobilization. The forum's statement aligned with these concerns, emphasizing the urgency of moving beyond transitional arrangements.
The Road Ahead: Elections as the Only Solution
The Second National Forum in Misrata has added to mounting pressure on Libyan authorities and international stakeholders to commit to a clear electoral roadmap. With public trust in political institutions at a low point, the forum's insistence on elections reflects a broader grassroots demand for democratic legitimacy.
Analysts note that the forum's inclusive approach — bringing together diverse voices including women, youth, and civil society — could serve as a model for broader political engagement in Libya. The strong stance against corruption and human rights violations also signals that Libyan citizens are demanding accountability, not just transitional fixes.
As Libya approaches another critical juncture, the message from Misrata is clear: Only free and fair elections, conducted under a constitutional framework, can break the cycle of political deadlock and deliver the stability that Libyans deserve.
— Libya Press / Women's Desk
