An arrest warrant has been issued in Libya for a suspect who attempted to assassinate Minister Adel Juma, who was shot in Tripoli on February 12. The suspect has reportedly fled to Tunisia, leading Libyan authorities to pursue prosecution outside the country. Juma remains in stable condition; however, the motive for the attack is currently unknown, following a series of attacks on officials.
Libyan authorities have issued an arrest warrant for a suspect in the attempted assassination of Adel Juma, the Minister for Cabinet Affairs in the UN-recognized Government of National Unity (GNU). The attack occurred on February 12 in Tripoli, where Juma was shot in the leg while in his vehicle. Following the incident, it was reported that the suspect fled to Tunisia.
On February 25, 2025, the attorney general’s office announced via social media that they had identified the perpetrator and were taking steps to prosecute him outside Libyan jurisdiction. Although the name of the suspect was not released, officials stated they were committed to ensuring accountability for the attack.
This incident is part of a larger pattern of violence against Libyan officials since the 2011 uprising, which toppled Moamer Kadhafi. The country remains politically fragmented, with the GNU based in Tripoli led by Prime Minister Abdulhamid Dbeibah, and an opposing administration in the east supported by military figure Khalifa Haftar.
Juma, who has been in office since March 2021, plays a crucial role in coordinating between the prime minister’s office and other ministries. He is reported to be in stable condition after the shooting, which highlights ongoing risks to officials in Libya. No motive for the attack has been disclosed so far.
Libyan authorities have responded to the assassination attempt on Minister Adel Juma by issuing a warrant for the suspect who fled to Tunisia. This attack adds to the concerning trend of violence against government officials in Libya, illustrating the continued instability since the overthrow of Kadhafi. As investigations continue, the GNU is working to hold the perpetrator accountable beyond Libya’s borders.
Original Source: newscentral.africa
