Dar Al-Iftaa addresses three key issues
The Council of Research and Studies in Sharia at the Libyan Dar al-Ifta concluded that some Libyan legislations conflict with Sharia principles, particularly Law No. 35 of 2023 on Riba-based Transactions. This law allows banks to charge interest, which was previously forbidden, effectively reinstating a usurious system and prompting calls to halt its implementation. The council also criticized the imposition of a tax on purchasing foreign currency, viewing it as increasing living costs and noting that its effects continue to influence prices even after the tax was recently repealed. Additionally, it opposed the draft Law on Combating Violence Against Women, citing its link to the CEDAW agreement, which conflicts with Sharia rulings. The council expressed concerns about the potential impact of such legislation on the country’s social and security stability.
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