Former United Nations envoy to Libya, Stephanie Williams, has announced the release of her latest book, Libya Since Gaddafi, scheduled for publication on April 17.
The book provides an in-depth analysis of Libya’s political landscape since 2011, drawing on Williams’ personal experiences during her tenure as a UN diplomat in the country.
Online listings for the book, including on Amazon, suggest that Williams seeks to explore the root causes of Libya’s ongoing conflict, the role of international stakeholders, and the internal divisions shaping the country’s trajectory.
A key section of the book examines Khalifa Haftar’s 2019 offensive on Tripoli, which Williams argues significantly derailed UN-led peace efforts.
She also details her work alongside former UN envoy Ghassan Salamé in coordinating international efforts under the Berlin Conference framework, as well as her mediation role during the COVID-19 pandemic, which culminated in the October 2020 ceasefire agreement.
Williams also addresses the impact of digital media on Libya’s instability, highlighting how misinformation and hate speech have exacerbated divisions.
She concludes with recommendations for breaking the cycle of conflict and fostering long-term stability in the country.
Williams served as the acting UN envoy to Libya between March 2020 and February 2021 and later as Special Adviser to the UN Secretary-General on Libya until June 2022.
