Argentina urges Libya to find 'peaceful solution and respect human rights'

The Argentine Government expressed 'deep concern for the troubled situation in Libya' and urged for a 'peaceful solution within a constructive democratic dialogue'.

 'The Argentine Government is deeply concerned for the serious situation in Libya, regrets the loss of lives and violence in the protests,' a message sent from the Foreign Ministry said.

 'Argentina urges a quick and peaceful solution within a democratic and constructive dialogue, and absolute respect for the human rights and the will of the Libyan people.'

 The Foreign Ministry decided to move officers from other diplomatic offices to Tripoli to reinforce the presence in the Argentine embassy and further assist Argentine citizens living in Libya.

 Around 70 Argentine citizens currently live in the convulsed African country.

The wave of demonstrations and protests in African countries reached Libya last week. Human Rights organizations informed that between 200 and 400 people were killed by President Gaddafi´s loyal armed forces.

Gaddafi took office in 1969 and according to many, has ruled the country with an "iron fist" since then.