Libya’s Economy and Trade Minister, Mohamed al-Hawij, has resigned from the internationally recognized government, deepening the political turbulence gripping the nation.
His departure follows those of Local Government Minister Badr al-Tumi and Housing Minister Abu Bakr al-Ghawi, who both stepped down earlier on Friday.
The resignations come in the wake of mounting protests in Tripoli, sparked by violent clashes that shook the capital earlier this week.
Although details remain sparse, the unrest has intensified pressure on government officials, many of whom face growing public frustration over insecurity and stalled reforms.
Al-Hawij confirmed his resignation in a statement to Reuters, but offered no further explanation for his decision to leave the post.
His exit adds to the chorus of discontent echoing through Libya’s fragile political landscape, still fractured by years of conflict and rival administrations.
The internationally recognized government, based in Tripoli, has struggled to maintain stability amid competing factions and chronic institutional weakness.
The latest resignations signal widening cracks within the administration as it contends with both domestic pressure and diplomatic fatigue.
Protesters have taken to the streets demanding accountability, better governance, and an end to the violence that continues to plague daily life.
As tensions escalate, Libya’s leadership faces a renewed test of its legitimacy and capacity to steer the country through deepening turmoil.
The departures mark a critical moment for the embattled government, now facing urgent calls for transparency, reform, and national reconciliation.