Caring for the Families of the Missing, 13 August 2012 (photo story)
The Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Libya, Ian Martin, on 13 August 2012 visited a support centre in Tripoli where families of the missing during the conflict can come and receive support, exchange experiences or take part in a variety of activities. Photos by: Iason Athanasiadis…
Appointment of Tarek Mitri of Lebanon as Special Representative for Libya and Head of UNSMIL
12 September 2012 - United Nations Secretary-General BAN Ki-moon announced today the appointment of Mr. Tarek Mitri of Lebanon as his new Special Representative and Head of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) Mr. Mitri will succeed Ian Martin (United Kingdom) who will complete his…
Statement Attributable to the UNSG Spokesperson, Attack against U.S. Consulate in Benghazi, Libya
New York, 12 September 2012 - The Secretary-General is deeply saddened by yesterday's attack against the United States Consulate in Benghazi, Libya, resulting in the deaths of four US diplomats, including Ambassador John Christopher Stevens, as well as Libyan employees of the Consulate. The…
Security Council Press Statement on Attacks against U.S. Diplomatic Personnel
12 September 2012 - The members of the Security Council condemned in the strongest terms the attack on the United States of America's diplomatic mission and personnel in Benghazi, Libya on 11 September, which resulted in the deaths of four American diplomatic personnel, including the Ambassador, and…
President of GA, Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser on acts of defamation of religions and religious symbols
United Nations, New York - 12 September 2012 Statement Attributable To The Spokesperson For The President of the General Assembly On Combating Defamation of Religions and Promoting the Culture of Tolerance The President of the General Assembly, H.E. Mr. Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser, condemns and…
President of the General Assembly, Mr. Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser on attacks against U.S diplomats
United Nations New York - 12 September 2012 Statement Attributable To The Spokesperson For The President of the General Assembly President of General Assembly Strongly Condemns Violence directed at US Diplomatic Personnel and Premises in Egypt and Libya The President of the General Assembly, H.E. Mr…
UN Special Representative Congratulates Libyan Prime Minister on his Election
Tripoli, 13 September 2012 - The Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General (SRSG) and Head of the UN Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL), Mr. Ian Martin, extends his warmest congratulations to H.E Mr. Mustafa Abushagur on his election as the new Prime Minister of Libya SRSG Martin…
United Nations Calls on New Libyan Authorities to Move Forward with Transitional Justice Processes
Tripoli, 17 September 2012 - "A transitional justice strategy can contribute to defining how Libyan society will go forward, and lay the foundations for a new democratic society", the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) says in a report released today. The report, titled "Transitional…
United Nations Support Mission in Libya statement on the situation in Bani Walid
Tripoli, 12 October 2012 - The United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) Acting Special Representative of the Secretary-General and UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator, Mr Georg Charpentier, expresses concern over the impact of the recent security developments in Bani Walid, including…
Special Representative of Secretary-General for Libya Mr. Tarek Mitri Takes Up Post
Tripoli, 18 October 2012 - The new Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Libya, Mr. Tarek Mitri, has taken up his post in Tripoli to lead United Nations efforts to assist Libya in its democratic transition. "I shall be delighted to be a witness of the historic changes in Libya and…
United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) statement on the situation in Bani Walid
Tripoli, 20 October 2012 - The Special Representative of the Secretary-General (SRSG) for Libya and Head of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL), Mr. Tarek Mitri, praises the huge efforts exerted by President Mohammad al-Magariaf, the General National Congress, as well as by civil…