UN envoy: Hate speech threatens Libya's unity and stability
The UN's top envoy to Libya has warned that hate speech is undermining peace efforts and poses a serious threat to national unity.
Hanna Tetteh, the UN Secretary-General's Special Representative, issued the warning on Wednesday to mark the International Day for Countering Hate Speech.
'In the context of political polarization and a fragile security situation, hate speech – especially when based on regional, tribal or ethnic lines – is a real threat to efforts to unify the country and achieve stability,' Tetteh said in a statement.
She called for a collective response from state institutions, media professionals, social platforms, and civil society to promote inclusive dialogue and replace incitement with respectful communication.
Tetteh also stressed the importance of using modern technologies, including artificial intelligence, to support peace rather than fuel division or misinformation.
'We must stand against hate and work together for a Libya founded on unity, justice, and lasting peace,' she said. Tags: Hanna Tetteh Hate Speech
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