Several members of Libya’s High Council of State have expressed optimism about resolving the ongoing dispute over the council’s presidency between rivals Khalid Al-Mishri and Mohammed Takala.
According to Asharq Al-Awsat, the Council’s Second Deputy Chairman, Omar Al-Obaidi, said that unifying the council is now very close, pointing to two potential paths to resolve the conflict: either through re-elections or a ruling by the Supreme Court.
Al-Obaidi also noted that some parties have an interest in maintaining the division within the council to weaken its role—especially amid the current political developments.
Council member Ahmed Al-Ojali described the unification efforts as serious, while another member, Adel Karmous, attributed the push to reconcile to members’ recognition of the need to move beyond personal differences.
The High Council of State's member Fathallah Al-Sariri said recent efforts stem from the will of a majority within the council, highlighting that early elections are being considered—or the regularly scheduled vote in August if early efforts falter.
Meanwhile, member Naeema Al-Hami emphasized that the council’s presidency could help turn this optimism into reality through the formation of a joint negotiation committee.
Last Tuesday, Mohammed Takala informed the UN envoy of his intention to hold early presidential elections within the High Council of State. He nominated four council members to help broker consensus among the factions and determine the election process.
