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Libya’s unity government, Turkiye strengthen military cooperation with agreement in Ankara

Abdulsalam Al-Zoubi, the undersecretary of the Ministry of Defense of the Libyan National Unity Government based in Tripoli, signs the agreement alongside his Turkish counterpart. (Kuwait News Agency)
Abdulsalam Al-Zoubi, the undersecretary of the Ministry of Defense of the Libyan National Unity Government based in Tripoli, signs the agreement alongside his Turkish counterpart. (Kuwait News Agency)
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11 Jul 2025 03:07:50 GMT9
11 Jul 2025 03:07:50 GMT9
  • Deal outlines cooperation in military fields to enhance Libyan army’s readiness, professionalism
  • Libya’s undersecretary of the Ministry of Defense met Yasar Guler, Turkey’s minister of national defense

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LONDON: Libya and Turkiye signed an agreement on Thursday to enhance the Libyan army’s military capabilities through advanced training and logistical support.

The National Unity Government based in Tripoli said that Abdulsalam Al-Zoubi, undersecretary of the Ministry of Defense, visited Ankara to work on strengthening military cooperation between Libya and Turkiye. During his visit, he met Yasar Guler, the Turkish minister of national defense, as well as the undersecretary of the ministry of defense.

The agreement outlines cooperation in military fields to enhance the Libyan army’s readiness and professionalism. Al-Zoubi said that the cooperation is part of Tripoli’s plan to develop the Libyan army, praising the strategic relationship with Ankara. He said cooperation with Turkiye is a key priority for the Ministry of Defense’s institutional development program.

Turkiye has reaffirmed its commitment to support Tripoli’s defense capabilities, highlighting its strategic partnership, the statement added.

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