Ankara, January 29, 2026 – The Turkish Foreign Minister met on Thursday in the Turkish capital, Ankara, with the Deputy Defense Minister of the Government of National Unity to discuss enhancing cooperation in military fields.
The meeting addressed ways to enhance bilateral cooperation between Libya and Turkey in the military and defense fields. It explored mechanisms for developing training and capacity-building programs and strengthening coordination between the relevant authorities in both countries.
The Deputy Defense Minister presented the Defense Ministry’s vision regarding military and security cooperation files and the priorities for the next phase. The meeting also discussed the path toward unifying and building the military institution, exchanged views on a number of regional files of mutual interest, and reviewed developments related to security and stability in the region.
Both sides emphasized during the meeting the importance of continued consultation and coordination in a manner that serves the common interests of the two countries.
Ankara
Ankara is the capital city of Turkey, located in the central Anatolia region. It gained its modern political significance in 1923 when Mustafa Kemal Atatürk chose it as the capital of the newly founded Republic of Turkey, replacing Istanbul. The city has ancient roots, with historical sites like the Ankara Castle and the Roman Temple of Augustus reflecting its long history as a cultural and commercial hub.
Turkey
Turkey is a transcontinental nation bridging Europe and Asia, historically known as Anatolia and the heartland of the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires. Its modern identity was forged in 1923 as the Republic of Turkey under Mustafa Kemal Atatürk. The country is renowned for its vast cultural heritage, from the ancient ruins of Ephesus to the iconic Hagia Sophia in Istanbul.
Libya
Libya is a North African country with a rich history rooted in ancient civilizations like the Phoenicians and Romans, followed by centuries of Arab and Ottoman influence. In the modern era, it was an Italian colony before gaining independence in 1951, later becoming known for Muammar Gaddafi’s lengthy rule from 1969 until the 2011 revolution. Its cultural heritage includes UNESCO World Heritage sites such as the ancient Greek city of Cyrene and the Roman ruins of Leptis Magna.
