Libyan foreign minister suspended over talks with Israeli counterpart

Libya's Prime Minister, Abdulhamid Dbeibah, has temporarily suspended Foreign Minister Najla al-Mangoush after her Israeli counterpart, Eli Cohen, disclosed talks in Rome. Libya's Foreign Ministry referred to it as a "chance and unofficial encounter," causing street protests in several Libyan cities. The Libyan government has distanced itself from the meeting, claiming Mangoush "refused to meet with any party" representing Israel.

Aug 28, 2023 - 05:30
Libyan foreign minister suspended over talks with Israeli counterpart
Libya's Prime Minister, Abdulhamid Dbeibah, has temporarily suspended Foreign Minister Najla al-Mangoush after her Israeli counterpart, Eli Cohen, disclosed talks in Rome. Libya's Foreign Ministry referred to it as a "chance and unofficial encounter," causing street protests in several Libyan cities. The Libyan government has distanced itself from the meeting, claiming Mangoush "refused to meet with any party" representing Israel.