The spokesman for the Government of National Unity, Mohammed Hammouda, criticized Thursday the position of the Advisor of the Secretary General of the United Nations, Stephanie Williams, saying that her support for the stances of certain parties which are wishing to postpone elections and extend their mandates contradicted her statements in support of holding elections as soon as possible in Libya. The spokesman stressed that such confusion in statements does not help support stability in Libya, and could fuel the political dispute, paving the way for the return of chaos, division, and the complete opposite of what was achieved in the unification of institutions and the establishment of stability at this stage. "We hope that Williams won't give an opportunity to voices accusing the UNSMIL of siding with a party over another since the launch of the political dialogue in 2020. We trust in the UNSMIL’s ability to control its work in the service of its international tasks and reputation." Hammouda added.

Source: Libya Observer February 17, 2022 23:50 UTC