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Authorities in eastern Libya, under the control of military commander Khalifa Haftar's forces, played a key role in the release of American missionary Kevin Rideout, who was held hostage by an ISIS-linked group in the African Sahel region.
The head of military intelligence for eastern Libya, aligned with Khalifa Haftar, was killed in a car bomb attack. Sources indicate the explosion occurred as he was entering his vehicle.
Palestinian solidarity activists were arrested on May 24 after entering eastern Libya, a region controlled by Field Marshal Khalifa Haftar. The activists are believed to be associated with a Gaza flotilla.
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.
Sources indicate that Libyan commander Khalifa Haftar played a key role in the release of a US hostage who had been held by the Islamic State. This development highlights his influence in regional security matters.
Turkiye is expanding military ties with Libya's Khalifa Haftar, prompting questions about regional security and potential concerns for Egypt.
The son of Libyan commander Khalifa Haftar has vowed to compensate for the 'lost years' experienced under the Qaddafi regime, signaling political ambitions.
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.
Libyan commander Khalifa Haftar has reportedly acquired combat drones, despite an existing United Nations embargo on arms sales to the country.
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…
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan visited Libya, meeting with Saddam Haftar, son of Khalifa Haftar, and Turkish military personnel at a barracks in Tripoli, marking a new era in relations.
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis met with Saddam Haftar, son of Field Marshal Khalifa Haftar and Deputy Commander of the Libyan National Army, to discuss the delimitation of maritime zones.
In a move with significant geopolitical implications for the Eastern Mediterranean, Turkey appears to be shifting away from its sole support for the Tripoli government, now seeking closer ties with Field Marshal Khalifa Haftar's camp in Libya.
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.