Addressing the parliament after taking the oath of office, Fathi Bashagha said he was studying all options to take over in Tripoli. The United Nations cast doubt overnight on the validity of the parliament's effort to install Bashagha, saying it was concerned by reports that Tuesday's vote of confidence "fell short of the expected standards". The United Nations secretary general's spokesperson said in a statement there were reports that Tuesday's vote did not meet standards of transparency and procedure, and of acts of intimidation before the session. The United Nations said the main focus now should be on renewing the push for elections. U.N. Libya adviser Stephanie Williams will soon invite the parliament and an opposing political body, the High Council of State, for talks.

Source: Libya Today March 03, 2022 18:44 UTC