Turkey intends to build a military base in the vicinity of the Libyan capital
Turkey intends to build its own military base in Libya. According to Libyan media, citing military sources, Ankara has already begun negotiations with the Government of National Accord, which controls the Libyan capital.
According to information provided by the Al Arabiya TV channel, a new Turkish military base may be located near Tripoli, it is planned to host units of the Turkish special forces and the Turkish Navy. In addition, the base will be equipped with a runway and a communication point. During the talks that began, the PNS announced its desire to purchase military aircraft from Turkey and Drones. Most likely this condition will be included in the deal.
Amid these negotiations, appeared news that on Thursday, Turkey transferred militants from Somalia and Kenya to Libyan territory and concluded the first deal with the PNS to supply air defense units and tribes fighting on the PNS side that were not specifically reported.
Earlier, the arrival of a cargo ship in the port of Tripoli was accompanied by two Turkish warships, which delivered armored vehicles to Libya, including Tanksas well as the Turkish military.
Recall that Ankara concluded an agreement with the PNS, in which Turkey promised to support the "legitimate" government of Libya, providing him with comprehensive support, including military. What Saraj promised for this is not known to Erdogan.
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