# US calls Turkey-Libya maritime deal ‘unhelpful and provocative’ amid regional backlash

https://mins.news/en/item/124554

- Fox News, 2026-11-01 15:49 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.foxnews.com/world/us-calls-turkey-libya-maritime-deal-unhelpful-and-provocative-amid-regional-backlash

> The U.S. State Department says the Turkey-Libya maritime agreement has raised regional tensions and urges disputes to be resolved through negotiations. Turkey’s foreign minister calls it entirely legitimate, while Greece says it violates international law and will not be implemented. Critics warn it could affect maritime rights, regional security and energy interests.

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