Turkish troops to remain in Libya after initial deal ‘as long as request remains’ - hurriyetdailynews

Turkish soldiers will stay in Libya and provide education, health, humanitarian aid and consultancy support to the country as long as the Government of National Accord (GNA) continues to maintain its request, according to Turkish security sources.

“Turkish troops are deployed upon the invitation of the legitimate government of Libya, and we will continue to be there and provide support in education, health, humanitarian assistance and counseling in accordance with the agreement signed between Turkey and the legitimate government of Libya, as long as the request is in place,” Anadolu Agency quoted anonymous Turkish security sources as saying on Nov. 4.

Military officers from Libya’s warring parties have agreed on practical steps towards implementing a ceasefire agreement on Nov. 3, after a two-day meeting in the northwestern town of Ghadames.