Libya's Turkey Maritime Deal Sparks Israeli Security Concerns
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Libya's House of Representatives has ratified a maritime deal with Turkey, which Israeli security expert Eran Lerman calls "very troubling" for Israel. The agreement, approved Tuesday, could threaten Israel's underwater infrastructure projects and maritime security. The deal marks a regional shift, with eastern Libyan authorities breaking a boycott of Ankara. Lerman warned of growing tensions and advised Israel to bolster cooperation with Greece and Cyprus while preventing Egypt from aligning with Turkey.
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- Libya's House of Representatives ratified a maritime deal with Turkey, concerning Israeli security.
- Expert Eran Lerman warned the deal threatens Israel's underwater infrastructure and maritime security.
- The agreement was approved Tuesday, drawing criticism from Cyprus, Egypt, Greece, and Israel.
- The move signifies a regional shift, with eastern Libyan authorities breaking a boycott of Ankara.
- Lerman advised Israel to strengthen cooperation with Greece and Cyprus and manage Egypt's stance.
- Turkey's 'Blue Homeland' doctrine and naval presence add to regional maritime tensions.
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