As he shuttles between countries concerned with Libya, Norland reassures Europeans and plays a larger role than a regular ambassador. US ambassador to Libya, Richard Norland, is leading the political process between the Libyan factions
US Ambassador to Libya holds discussions with Egyptian Intelligence chief
The United States Ambassador to Libya, Richard Norland, has held discussions with the chief of Egypt’s General Intelligence Service (GIS), Abbas Kamel, in Cairo, on the ceasefire efforts in Libya.
Turkey, UAE Openly Flouting UN Arms Embargo to Fuel War in Libya
Flight data and satellite images show both nations using large-scale military cargo planes to funnel in goods and fighters to forces or proxies inside Libya, routinely violating the 2011 UN arms embargo despite political promises
Egypt extends surprising help to US over Libya crisis
Washington’s active role is tied by analysts to the influx of foreign mercenaries in Libya and wariness about Russia’s growing role. Egypt’s involvement in efforts led by the US State Department, represented by its embassy
Turkey and Russia’s deepening roles in Libya complicate peace efforts
Plans for a durable Libyan ceasefire are to be endorsed by diplomats from 15 countries on Monday, but the value of the commitments made in the virtual meeting are belied by signs that deepening involvement
Erdogan seeks to firm up GNA ties despite Sarraj’s intent to exit
Ankara has huge economic and strategic stakes in Libya, which it seeks to maintain. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Sunday his country aims to strengthen relations with Libya’s Government of National Accord (GNA).
Pentagon calls for new cooperation with Algeria to counteract growing Russian influence in Africa
Defense Secretary Mark T. Esper met with leaders in the capital of Algeria on Thursday, making a rare high-level American visit to the largely isolated North African nation.
Turkey, Russia seen hampering settlement process in Libya
Turkey and Russia are moving counter the international efforts led by the United States to impose a new political settlement in Libya, which brings the spectre of war to the fore again about a month
UN registers Turkey’s maritime deal with Libya
A November 2019 agreement between Turkey and Libya determines a portion of Turkey’s maritime rights in the region.
Esper pushes reluctant Maghreb to curb Chinese, Russian influence
US Defence Secretary Mark Esper highlighted Washington’s focus on containing Chinese and Russian influence in Africa as he arrived in Tunisia Wednesday.