Aqeela Saleh Emphasizes the Need for Stability Through a Clear Constitutional and Legal Path During Meeting with Khouri.
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Al-Qubah, January 9, 2026 – The President of the House of Representatives emphasized the Council’s firm stance on the necessity of achieving stability through a clear constitutional and legal path, leading to the holding of presidential and parliamentary elections at the earliest opportunity, in response to the aspirations of the Libyan people.
This came during his reception in the city of Al-Qubah yesterday, Thursday, of the Deputy Special Envoy of the United Nations Secretary-General in Libya.
The meeting reviewed the latest developments in the political situation in Libya and ways to push the democratic process forward.
For her part, the Deputy Envoy briefed the President of the House of Representatives on the results of her recent communications with various local and international parties, stressing the pivotal role of the House of Representatives as a legislative body in ensuring the success of the political roadmap, and the necessity of continued joint coordination to bring viewpoints closer and build trust among all political components.
Al-Qubah
Al-Qubah is a city in northeastern Libya, historically significant as a major center of the Senussi Order, a Sufi religious and political movement that played a key role in Libya’s resistance against Italian colonization in the early 20th century. It served as the order’s headquarters and remains an important cultural and religious site.
House of Representatives
The House of Representatives is the lower chamber of the United States Congress, established by the Constitution in 1789. It is composed of representatives elected from congressional districts, with representation based on state population, and holds primary responsibility for initiating revenue bills.
Libya
Libya is a North African country with a rich history rooted in ancient civilizations like the Phoenicians and Romans, followed by centuries of Arab and Ottoman influence. In the modern era, it was an Italian colony before gaining independence in 1951, later ruled by Muammar Gaddafi from 1969 until the 2011 revolution. It is home to UNESCO World Heritage sites, such as the ancient Greek city of Cyrene and the Roman ruins of Leptis Magna.
United Nations
The United Nations is an international organization founded in 1945 after World War II to promote peace, security, and cooperation among nations. It replaced the League of Nations and is headquartered in New York City, with 193 member states working through bodies like the General Assembly and Security Council.
