As the political landscape remains fraught with challenges, Tetteh's calls for compromise among rival factions are critical to moving forward.

During a recent briefing to the U.N. Security Council, the new U.N. envoy to Libya, Hannah Tetteh, highlighted the precarious security situation amid ongoing political turmoil.

The ongoing competition for economic resources continues to fuel instability, complicating efforts to restore peace and governance in Libya.

In southern Libya, the restructuring of the Libyan National Army has escalated tensions with local communities, leading to significant fighting and casualties.

Since the fall of dictator Moammar Gadhafi in 2011, Libya has been divided between rival administrations in the east and west, each supported by various militias and foreign powers.

Tetteh emphasized that the political crisis is driven by competition for economic resources, resulting in fragmented institutions and significant economic instability, including inflation and currency depreciation.

The deadlock over presidential elections remains unresolved, with Tetteh urging rival political factions to find a compromise, as an advisory committee prepares to submit a report outlining options for addressing electoral disputes by the end of April.

In a concerning development, Libyan authorities have ordered the closure of ten international aid organizations, accusing them of violating local laws while aiding African migrants, which has sparked public unrest and violence against these groups.

Despite a ceasefire agreement established in 2020, tensions are rising as armed groups in western Libya compete for territory, particularly around Tripoli, raising fears of renewed violence.

This crackdown on aid organizations has coincided with a troubling rise in xenophobic hate speech targeting migrants and asylum-seekers, exacerbated by the fragmented nature of Libya's institutions.

Tetteh also underscored the importance of maintaining the independence of key financial oversight institutions and suggested that an international audit firm conduct an audit of Libyan state institutions to enhance fiscal management and accountability.

Tetteh condemned the actions of Libyan authorities against the aid organizations, warning that such measures threaten humanitarian efforts in the region.