UN Warns Libya Oil Infrastructure Attacks Could Trigger Security Measures

The United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) has warned that attacks on Libya's oil infrastructure could trigger Security Council measures. In a statement, UNSMIL said that disruptions to the Sharara-Zawiya oil pipeline are affecting Libya's main source of income and causing significant losses in oil production and public revenues.

The mission noted that prolonged disruption would increase the need for fuel imports and put additional pressure on public finances. While acknowledging workers' right to raise legitimate socio-economic demands, UNSMIL called on all actors to protect oil and energy facilities and ensure technical personnel can safely access and maintain them.

UNSMIL recalled that attacks against or actions undermining Libya's oil infrastructure may constitute grounds for measures under relevant UN Security Council resolutions. The mission urged the authorities and security actors to engage urgently and resolve disputes peacefully, restore crude oil flow, and safeguard operations at the Zawiya refinery.