Musa Al-Koni, Vice President of the Presidential Council (PC), has sharply criticised the House of Representatives' decision to strip the PC of its role as Supreme Commander of the Libyan Army, calling the move "invalid".
In a discussion with local leaders in Central Tripoli, Al-Koni said, "No country in the world has a parliament that serves as the supreme commander of the army." He underscored that the PCs' authority is rooted in the 2015 political agreement, which defines its role in overseeing Libya's military forces.
Al-Koni also reaffirmed the Council's power to issue decrees aimed at preventing the country from slipping into further chaos. "Council decisions are made by consensus among its members," he clarified, dismissing any suggestion of unilateral actions.
Addressing the broader political landscape, Al-Koni stressed the importance of judicial independence and urged against external interference in the judiciary's work. He also lauded the role of civil society organisations, warning that their effectiveness depends on remaining independent of state control.
The Presidential Council's ongoing efforts to stabilise Libya were also highlighted. According to Al-Koni, the Council is pushing for elections whose outcomes will be accepted by all parties, with hopes of moving forward Libya's national reconciliation process, which has reached "advanced stages."
The Vice President expressed confidence in Libya's political and social elites, believing they can play a crucial role in resolving the nation's enduring crisis. The session further explored key issues such as elections, the delay in establishing the High Commission for National Reconciliation, and the broader implications of the ongoing political stalemate.
