Key points are not available for this paper at this time.
Abstract: This paper assesses the impact of the 2012 and 2014 elections in conflict-ridden Libya. Rather than resolving political and institutional crises, these elections intensified challenges, deepened divisions, and increased violence. The paper identifies the Libyan case as part of a deleterious pattern in which elections in conflict zones impede democratic transitions. It argues for delaying elections until the issues underlying conflict are systematically addressed, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing national reconciliation and establishing a stable institutional framework. Given that elections alone may not resolve conflicts, the study advocates for internally-driven national dialogues and reconciliation initiatives, with collaborative efforts from the United Nations and the broader international community.
Youssef Mohammad Sawani (Sat,) studied this question.