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Why the United States is stepping up engagement in a fragile Libya

A U.S. delegation, led by AFRICOM leaders, engaged with key Libyan figures to enhance counterterrorism and military collaboration, aiming to counter Russian influence. As Libya's political landscape shifts, the U.S. seeks strategic partnerships to address complex security challenges.

Libya Desk
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Last week, a high-level U.S. delegation led by AFRICOM Deputy Commander Lieutenant General John Brennan and Special Operations Command Africa Commander Rear Admiral Ronald Foy, along with Chargé d'Affaires Berndt, conducted a series of key meetings in Libya.

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During their visit, the U.S. delegation met with prominent Libyan figures, including Government of National Unity (GNU) Prime Minister Abdulhamid Dabaiba, Tripoli's Chief of Staff General Mohamed Haddad, military officials in Misrata, and General Saddam Haftar of the Libyan National Army (LNA).

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