The UN Security Council on Monday voiced its 'grave concern' over the worsening security situation in Libya, calling on all parties in the country to engage in political dialogue and refrain from violence.

In a statement issued here after a meeting on the North African country, the Security Council reaffirmed its strong commitment to the sovereignty, independence, territorial integrity and national unity of Libya, while expressing its grave concern at the worsening security situation and political divisions, which threaten to undermine the transition to democracy.