Libya Faces Widespread Protests and Civil Disobedience Demanding Dbeibah Government's Departure

Most regions across Libya are witnessing large-scale protests and road closures triggered by frequent electricity outages, coinciding with some areas declaring civil disobedience until the departure of Abdul Hamid Dbeibah's government.

Demonstrations erupted in several Libyan cities, with protesters calling for the dismissal of Dbeibah's administration, accusing it of failing to resolve the country's ongoing crises.

Protesters carried banners accusing the Dbeibah government of obstructing presidential and parliamentary elections, while also demanding accountability for officials implicated in corruption cases.

Residents of Tajoura, located in northwest Libya, issued a statement announcing the closure of public institutions and the initiation of a "comprehensive civil disobedience," urging the removal of Dbeibah's government along with other political bodies due to their failure in managing Libya's public affairs.

The city of Zawiya, also in northwest Libya, declared through a statement from the "Zawiya Sons Movement" the launch of a peaceful civil action involving the suspension of work across various institutions and public facilities within the city.

Protesters announced the suspension of operations in several institutions, including municipal offices and service agencies, while fully exempting hospitals, medical centers, ambulance services, and emergency facilities.

The statement emphasized rejection of any attacks against citizens or public and private property, stressing the importance of not disrupting humanitarian services.

According to the statement, the civil action aims to exert pressure for holding corrupt officials accountable, addressing mismanagement within state institutions, and forcing the resignation of the government, which it described as "expired."

The Sons of Souq Al-Jumaa movement in the capital, Tripoli, also declared its participation in the series of actions, calling for peaceful civil disobedience and affirming rejection of any armed manifestations or acts that could threaten security or endanger civilians.

The movement's declared demands include the departure of the National Unity Government, acceleration of presidential and parliamentary elections, prosecution of those involved in corruption files, resolution of political division, and improvement of basic services, primarily electricity, healthcare, and security.

Libya has been experiencing severe tensions in most areas over recent days due to repeated power outages combined with unprecedented high temperatures, causing multiple damages.