PodcastLibya's internationally recognized gov't ratifies security deal with Turkey
Libya's Tripoli-based U.N.-recognized government on Dec. 19 activated a new pact for military cooperation with Turkey as it faces an offensive by the eastern-based Libyan National Army forces led by Khalifa Haftar.
Reuters
Libya's internationally recognized government said on Dec. 19 it has ratified a security and military cooperation deal it agreed with Turkey last month, opening the way for potential military help from Ankara as it fights a months-long offensive by rival forces.
The Government of National Accord (GNA) said in a statement that the memorandum of understanding has been ratified but did not give further details.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said on Dec. 18 that Ankara would improve cooperation with Libya by offering military support to the GNA and backing joint steps they have taken in the Mediterranean.
It was not immediately clear what kind of military support Turkey might offer Libya or when.
The GNA, based in the capital Tripoli, has been fighting since April to push back an offensive by the eastern-based Libyan National Army forces led by Khalifa Haftar.