Mogherini appeals for ceasefire in Libya

cde.news desk 13 May 2019, 15:43 · 1 min read

epa05092862 High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Federica Mogherini (R) speaks during a press conference with Libyan Prime Minister Fayez Sarraj (L) after their meeting in Tunis, Tunisia, 08 January 2016. Mogherini is meeting in Tunis with Sarraj and members of the Libyan Presidency Council to discuss ways to support Libya after signing a peace agreement among warring factions in the country. EPA/MOHAMED MESSARA

EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs Federica Mogherini met on Monday morning in Brussels with Libyan Prime Minister Fayez al Sarraj.

In her meeting Mogherini said the European Union expects that all parties and regional players immediately cease their military activities and resume political dialogue, in the interests of all Libyans.

Mogherini then expressed the EU’s full support of Ghassan Salamè, the UN secretary-general’s special representative, in his work towards a ceasefire and in encouraging a return to negotiations.

Mogherini and al Sarraj also discussed the humanitarian situation in Libya.

Mogherini highlighted the importance of guaranteeing humanitarian aid, the imperative of protecting civilians, and continued work in collaboration with UNHCR and IOM to protect and assist migrants in detention centres.

Via ANSAMED

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Mogherini appeals for ceasefire in Libya

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