A UN-backed agreement in Libya is seeking to bring together the country's rival political and military camps, raising hopes of ending years of division and instability.
The phrase “4+4” refers to representatives from four institutions or factions on each side of Libya's political divide. The proposed arrangement aims to bring these competing groups together under a unified framework.
Libya has remained divided between rival authorities and armed groups since the fall of Muammar Gaddafi in 2011. Despite several attempts to achieve political reconciliation, disputes over power, elections and control of state institutions have continued.
The United Nations is supporting the latest initiative as part of broader efforts to create a more unified political system and eventually hold nationwide elections.
However, significant challenges remain. Rival factions have competing interests, and previous agreements have struggled to translate into lasting political unity.
If the 4+4 arrangement succeeds, it could represent an important step towards bringing Libya's rival camps together. But whether “4+4 can truly make 1” will depend on the willingness of the competing sides to compromise and implement the agreement.