Libyan Foreign Minister allegedly fled to Turkey following reactions

In recent years there has been a new crisis in Libya, where chaos and violence have never ceased, it was revealed that he had a meeting, which generated a crisis in the country.

As the public and politicians reacted to the al-Mengush meeting, the international community claimed that the Libyan diplomat fled the country. The New York Times, one of the most respected newspapers in the United States, wrote that al-Mengush fled the country and went to Turkey after the reactions.

After the secret meeting was revealed, people took to the streets in many cities, especially Tripoli.

Speaking to the newspaper, an al-Mengush aide said: “The foreign minister flew to Turkey fearing for his safety.” The diplomat’s deputy, Salmin Assad, also stated that he made statements via WhatsApp.

Separately, a Libyan Foreign Ministry official said that al-Mengush fled the country and headed for Turkey.

The Al-Wasat newspaper also wrote that al-Mengush fled to Turkey by private jet two hours after the investigation began and was suspended.

THE GOVERNMENT OF LIBYA DENIED THE CLAIMS

Libya’s Internal Security Organization said a travel ban was placed on Foreign Minister Necla el-Mengush, who was suspended and investigated, and denied allegations that he was allowed to leave the country via Mitiga International Airport. From the capital.

The Libyan Internal Security Organization has released a written statement on social media platform X about the allegations.

“The National Security Agency rejects the news circulating on social media that the suspended Secretary of State has been allowed or facilitated to travel,” the statement said. The person in question did not use any of the official airport gates, including the presidential lounge, the VIP lounge and the regular lounge, and was placed under a travel ban after his suspension. Security cameras will explain this situation.

In the statement confirming that the directors and members of the Libyan Internal Security Organization uphold the expectations and sentiments of the Libyan people on all issues, especially the Palestinian issue, the statement read: “We condemn the meeting of the Foreign Minister with a member of the Zionist Regime. Because the Agency has put the person’s name on the travel ban list until he complies with the investigations.” Expressions were used.

The meeting of the top diplomats of Libya and Israel caused a great reaction in the country.

THEY HAVE SEEN IT IN ITALY

In a written statement made yesterday by the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs, it was stated that “a meeting was held between the Foreign Ministers of Israel and Libya.”

Describing the meeting as “historic”, the statement noted that Foreign Minister Cohen met last week with his Libyan counterpart Menguş in Rome, the capital of Italy, with the aim of “examining the possibilities of cooperation and relations between Both countries”. “.

The statement noted that the meeting was the “first meeting” between the two countries held at the level of foreign ministers.

THE MINISTRY DEFENDED ITSELF

On the other hand, the Libyan Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported that Minister Mengush’s meeting with Cohen was not official.

“This meeting was an informal and impromptu meeting that took place in Rome during the meeting with the Italian Foreign Minister,” the ministry said in a written statement. It did not involve any discussion, agreement or consultation. Rather, the minister clearly and unequivocally affirmed Libya’s principles regarding the Palestinian issue.” statements were made.

THE MINISTER HAS BEEN REVEALED

The Prime Minister of the Libyan Government of National Unity, Abdulhamid Dibeybe, suspended Foreign Minister Menguş for meeting with the Israeli Foreign Minister and decided to open an investigation against him.

While public awareness of the event provoked a strong reaction throughout Libya, demonstrations took place in many cities across the country, as well as in the capital Tripoli, and statements of condemnation by Minister Menguş came from the political and social sectors. .

LIBYA DOES NOT KNOW ISRAEL

Libya, a North African country, does not recognize Israel and does not have diplomatic relations with Tel Aviv. In his Libyan passport there is a note saying that “you can travel to all countries except the occupied Palestinian territories (Israel).” In addition, establishing relations with Israel is prohibited by law and subject to criminal sanctions.

The first article of the law in Libya, known as the “Boycott Israel Law”, no. 62 of 1957, establishes that “real or legal persons are prohibited from entering into agreements with persons or institutions of Israel and their employees.” Statements are included.

Article 7 of the Law establishes that those who violate it will be sentenced to a custodial sentence of not less than three years nor more than ten years. (AGENCIES)