The Intelligence from The Economist Haftar be going now: the balance shifts in Libya
Jun 10, 2020
Nicholas Pelham, The Economist's Middle East correspondent, provides deep insights into the shifting landscape of Libyan politics, focusing on Khalifa Haftar's declining power. He discusses the ongoing factional struggles and the influence of external powers on Libya's future stability. Pelham shares personal experiences from Tripoli, shedding light on the region’s turbulent dynamics. Additionally, the conversation touches on North Korea's withdrawal from communication with the South and IKEA's innovative strategies for adapting to a post-pandemic world.
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Shifting Power in Libya
- Khalifa Haftar, a Libyan warlord, failed to seize Tripoli.
- External forces, including Turkey's support for the UN-backed government, influenced the conflict.
Tripoli Under Siege
- Tripoli, once Libya's central hub, shrunk under Haftar's siege.
- Despite facing drones and airstrikes, Libyans showed resilience.
International Involvement
- Several countries, including Egypt, the UAE, and Turkey, back different sides in the Libyan conflict.
- Their involvement stems from concerns about regional stability and access to Libya's resources.