ISTANBUL - Turkey’s parliament approved a security and military deal with Libya’s U.N.-supported government Saturday on the heels of a controversial maritime agreement earlier this month that has drawn international ire. The deal allows Turkey to provide military training and equipment at the request of the Libyan government that controls the capital, Tripoli, and some of the country’s west. The U.N. has criticized foreign interference in Libya amid the recent escalation in violence, and urged Libyans to return to political dialogue. YOU MIGHT BE INTERESTED IN...Turkish lawmakers now have given the green light to send military advisors , experts and personnel to the conflict, if asked. Ankara could also send weapons and military vehicles, conduct military training, joint exercises and share intelligence.

Source: Libya Today December 21, 2019 13:52 UTC