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Written question asked by Lord Hylton (Crossbench) on Friday, 8 January 2021, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Friday, 22 January 2021. It was answered by Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon (Conservative) on Friday, 22 January 2021 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.


Libya: Ceasefires

Question

To ask Her Majesty's Government whether they support the proposal by the United Nations for the provision of monitors for the ceasefire in Libya, and in particular to oversee the withdrawal of foreign forces.

Answer

The UK supports the comprehensive ceasefire brokered by the UN in October 2020, and welcomes the recent commitment shown by Libyans to engage constructively in the UN-led political process. The UN has a central role to role to play in supporting implementation of the ceasefire, including the withdrawal of foreign forces and mercenaries, a key step towards a sustainable political settlement for all Libyans.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL11930
Session
2019-21
Subjects
United Nations Libya Ceasefires
Link
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