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LIBYA: MinTrans Discusses Flights, Operational Concerns With Turkish Ambassador

0551Z 23Sep26

TRIPOLI, Libya

Libyan Minister of Transport Mohammed Salem Al-Shahoubi met Turkish Ambassador to Libya on 22 September 2026 to discuss air connectivity and Turkish Airlines operational challenges in Libya.
Meeting occurred at Ministry of Transportation headquarters with Undersecretary for Air Transport Affairs, Civil Aviation Authority Head, and International Cooperation Office Director.
Talks covered Turkish Airlines operational challenges and solutions to sustain and expand operations in Libya.
Turkish Airlines serves Tripoli Mitiga, Benghazi and Misrata while Pegasus serves Tripoli Mitiga.
IATA data showed Libya holding USD 25 million in blocked airline funds as of March 2026. However, as an oil & gas exporter, Libya has benefited from oil sitting at around USD 100 per barrel since March 2026 due to the US-Iran war.

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