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Greece's strategy amid the chaos in Libya

While the world’s attention is on Ukraine, recent deadly clashes between political factions in Tripoli are a reminder not only that there is still an open conflict in Libya, but also of the role of outside forces in the country, like Turkey. In the meantime, Greece, given its geography, its historic ties to Libya, and naturally the illegal Turkey-Libya memorandum, can’t remain above the fray, and is enhancing its presence in Libya through its diplomatic missions and with key investments. Admiral Alexandros Diakopoulos, the former National Security Advisor of Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, joins me to break down the current situation in Libya, Turkey’s overall strategy, and why it’s important for Greece to engage constructively and play the long game in Libya.

Read Admiral Diakopoulos’ latest piece in Kathimerini here (In Greek): Το χάος στη Λιβύη και ο ρόλος της Ελλάδας

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