India has said the continuing conflict and instability in Libya is a matter of international concern. In response to media query on recent developments in Libya, External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Anurag Srivastava said New Delhi supports efforts towards immediate cessation of all hostilities in Libya.

He said, India acknowledges the recent international efforts in this direction, including the Berlin International Conference held on 19th January and the Cairo Declaration of 6th June. He said, country hopes that these initiatives will promote the peaceful resolution of the conflict through an intra-Libyan dialogue taking into account the legitimate aspirations of the Libyan people, while preserving Libya’s sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity.