Tripoli, Libya – Massad Boulos, senior advisor to US President Donald Trump on Arab and African affairs, called for thorough investigations into the recent attacks and security incidents in the cities of Zawiya and Benghazi. He stressed the need to uncover the circumstances and identify those responsible. Boulos stated that the United States condemns the attacks targeting the Zawiya refinery, as well as the killing of Major General Fawzi al-Mansouri in Benghazi. Furthermore, he emphasized the importance of conducting full and transparent investigations into these incidents.
He stressed that identifying and holding accountable those responsible for acts of violence is a crucial step to prevent the recurrence of such incidents. It is also necessary to maintain security and stability in Libya. The US call comes amid ongoing security and political challenges facing Libya. Moreover, it comes against the backdrop of international efforts to support stability and end the division between institutions and rival factions.
Washington stressed the importance of the rule of law and the unification of Libyan institutions as key factors in addressing the security and political crises. It called on all parties to exercise restraint and avoid escalation. Recent developments have brought the security situation in Libya back to the forefront. This comes at a time when the country still needs to address the root causes of tension and violence through official institutions. Furthermore, those involved in any attacks or acts that threaten the security of citizens and vital infrastructure must be held accountable.
