Turkey Shifts Libya Policy to Engage with Khalifa Haftar's LNA
Turkey is transitioning its Libya policy from the Government of National Unity to the Libyan National Army, seeking to increase its influence and access oil fields. This shift may result in defense agreements, military training, and arms procurement for the LNA, alongside potential gas exploration agreements to bolster Haftar's legitimacy.
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Turkey is shifting its Libya policy from support for the Tripoli-based Government of National Unity (GNU) to engagement with the Libyan National Army (LNA), led by Khalifa Haftar. This strategy aims to expand Turkey's influence in Libya and secure access to oil fields while addressing maritime disputes.
The LNA could gain from defense agreements with Turkey, including military training and arms procurement. Turkey is also interested in deepening energy ties with the LNA, potentially leading to agreements for gas exploration that would enhance Haftar's legitimacy. This rapprochement may create tensions with Egypt over maritime claims.
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