Tribes loyal to the late Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi have escalated their demands for the removal of mercenaries and foreign troops from Libya, calling for parliamentary and presidential elections as soon as possible.

In a preparatory meeting for the “Reconciliation Forum,” several tribal and political leaders participated, agreeing to form a coordinating committee for the conference.

Meanwhile, Sheikh Ali Misbah Abu Sebha criticized foreign interference in Libyan affairs, emphasizing the Libyan people’s ability to resolve their issues internally.