Libya

Greek-Italian maritime deal sends clear message to Turkey as Mediterranean tensions rise

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The agreement comes amid rising tensions in the Mediterranean. [Getty] Date of publication: 18 June, 2020 In a sudden and swift move, Greece and Italy announced that the two countries had reached an agreement on the delimitation of maritime borders in a way that would end a dispute lasting for forty years. This agreement, despite its […]

Libya’s LNA says it has killed 18 Turkish fighters in the country overall

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The Libyan National Army (LNA) said on Sunday it had killed 18 Turkish fighters in total since Turkey moved troops into the country in support of its rival, the Government of National Accord (GNA). Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan committed Turkish soldiers and allied Syrian militiamen, reportedly including extremist fighters, to support the GNA against […]