Fifteen years after Gaddafi's fall, Marshal Khalifa Haftar, self-proclaimed 'savior' of the nation, has extended his authoritarian grip over three-quarters of Libya, combining a firm security approach with infrastructure development from his base in Benghazi.
Satellite images reportedly show at least three drones at Al Khadim airbase between April and December, suggesting Libyan military leader Khalifa Haftar may have combat drones despite a UN embargo.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis is scheduled to travel to Benghazi, Libya, for a meeting with Khalifa Haftar and will also meet with Tripoli officials, attending the inauguration of the new Greek Consulate General building.
Turkey is reportedly shifting its stance in Libya, opening a channel of cooperation with Khalifa Haftar and his family, in exchange for energy, influence, and maritime zones in the Eastern Mediterranean, a move that could significantly alter the regional balance of power.
A report alleges a Libyan financier enabled $300 million in loans for Khalifa Haftar’s Tripoli offensive, burdening the public with unpaid debts and facing no consequences.
Multiple international media outlets report that Marshal Khalifa Haftar is interested in improving his public profile, leading to an American-interest company signing valuable contracts for this purpose.
When Nato helped overthrow Gaddafi in 2011, there were hopes of a new beginning. A decade later, this former CIA asset runs the country – and Libya has become yet another lesson in the unintended…
Libyan commander Khalifa Haftar has reportedly acquired combat drones, raising concerns as the acquisition violates a standing UN arms embargo on Libya.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis is visiting Benghazi for critical talks with Khalifa Haftar, focusing on the Turkish-Libyan memorandum, migration, and investment opportunities, aiming to maintain open channels with both Tripoli and Benghazi.
A podcast examines how former CIA asset Khalifa Haftar controls Libya more than a decade after Gaddafi's overthrow, highlighting the unintended consequences of foreign intervention.