Libya: Who Won the Presidency of the High Council of State?

Khaled al-Mishri won the presidency of the High Council of State in Libya today, Tuesday, after receiving 69 votes out of 137, surpassing Mohammed Takala, who received 68 votes. The 101st session of the High Council of State was held in the Libyan capital, Tripoli, for the purpose of electing a new president, attended by 135 members. There was significant conflict within the council following Mishri's victory, amid threats of withdrawal due to a canceled vote for Takala, highlighting a sharp division among members. Mishri and his bloc threatened to withdraw from the council if a re-vote was conducted, signaling further political crises in the country.