The 5+5 Joint Military Commission warns about the dangers of hate speech in Libya, highlighting its threat to national security and social cohesion. They call for accountability among officials and stress the need to confront divisive rhetoric. The United Nations Support Mission in Libya organized a seminar addressing the impact of hate speech on the ceasefire and discussed strategies to combat it, urging community leaders to reduce public tensions.
The 5+5 Joint Military Commission (JMC) has issued a warning regarding the escalation of hate speech in Libya. In a statement released on Tuesday, the JMC condemned actions that could fragment the country’s social cohesion and endanger national security by promoting discord among different regions.
The JMC emphasized the importance of prioritizing national interests and called upon all relevant authorities—including officials, security agencies, and political leaders—to hold accountable those instigating such divisive actions that threaten Libya’s unity.
In conjunction with this, the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) held a seminar involving the 5+5 JMC to discuss the ramifications of hate speech on the ongoing ceasefire. The seminar focused on the pervasive nature of hate speech, misinformation, and incitement, particularly in traditional and social media.
UNSMIL highlighted the negative influence of hate speech on both the ceasefire agreement and the overall stability of Libya’s social fabric. The discussions also prioritized strategies to mitigate the spread of harmful rhetoric, in alignment with Article 5 of the ceasefire agreement signed in October 2020.
Lastly, UNSMIL underscored the urgent need to eliminate all forms of inciting discourse and to confront those fostering divisions among Libyans. They called on community leaders and local authorities to increase efforts aimed at defusing tensions and addressing the root causes of the current situation.
The 5+5 Joint Military Commission and UNSMIL have recognized the heightened threat posed by hate speech in Libya, emphasizing its potential to destabilize the nation. Coordinated efforts are needed to hold responsible parties accountable and to strengthen national unity. Collaborative initiatives and discussions aim to effectively counter the spread of incitement and restore social cohesion within the country.
Original Source: libyaobserver.ly
