Four members of the US Senate Foreign Relations Committee have proposed a bill to strengthen Washington's policy to resolve the conflict in Libya, punish the perpetrators of violence there and develop a strategy to counter Russian influence in Libya.
The "Stabilization in Libya" bill, introduced by Republicans Marco Rubio, Lindsey Graham, Democrats Chris Kunz and Chris Murphy, would impose sanctions on individuals who contribute to the conflict in Libya.
The bill recommends a strategy to counter what he called Russia's influence in Libya, specifically the Wagner mercenary group, which is increasingly present in the country, and is fighting alongside the forces of retired Major General Khalifa Khafter.
The bill also recommends mobilizing US resources and humanitarian assistance to help the Libyan people and the unified and future Libyan government.
"The United States is called upon to play a constructive role in ending the war in Libya by finding a political solution," said Senator Kunz, adding that the conflict has turned into a political crisis that contributes to "destabilization and opportunity for extremist groups in the region."
Since 2011, Libya has suffered from a struggle for legitimacy and power.This conflict is currently centered between Hifter's forces and the internationally recognized government of national reconciliation.Hafter's forces have launched an attack on the capital Tripoli since April 4, 2019, to control it.