WorldCan the US and Middle Eastern powers unite Libya 15 years after Gaddafi’s overthrow?

The United States is stepping up efforts to bring Libya’s two rival governments together, with Qatar, Egypt and Türkiye also backing a return to “One Libya”. A reported US proposal would encourage investment in Libya’s oil fields if the sides cooperate and could involve a power-sharing deal keeping Abdul Hamid Dheibah as government leader while Saddam Haftar becomes president. Critics say the plan lacks Libyan input and could entrench political dynasties.

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AAl Jazeera★★★★☆2026-08-20 15:24Original