President Erdoğan Comforted Libyan Prime Minister Dibeybe with a Condolence Phone Call.

Meaningful Phone Conversation from President Erdoğan

The Communications Director of the Presidency, Burhanettin Duran, announced that President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan had an important phone conversation with Libya's Prime Minister of the Government of National Unity, Abdulhamid Dbaiba. The reason for the conversation was the tragic plane crash that resulted in the loss of lives of the Chief of General Staff of Libya, General Mohammed Ali Al-Haddad, and those accompanying him.

Details of the Conversation

Duran stated in a social media post that President Erdoğan expressed his deep sorrow regarding this tragic incident. Erdoğan extended his condolences and conveyed a message of solidarity with the Libyan people and government. The sensitivity shown in such humanitarian matters contributes to strengthening the relations between the two countries.

The Challenging Process in Libya

Libya has been struggling with civil war, political conflicts, and various security issues in recent years. The death of General Al-Haddad and other high-ranking military officials may create significant gaps in Libya's military structure and could represent a major threat to national security. Such events pose a substantial threat to ensuring stability in the country.

Erdoğan's Support for Libya

Libya holds strategic and historical importance for Turkey. While Turkey is attempting to strengthen its relations with Libya, such humanitarian condolence messages also help to further cement these relations. President Erdoğan’s supportive messages towards Libya symbolize the friendship and mutual assistance understanding between the two countries.