New tension in the involvement with the Libyaas so much her government Tripoli as well as its parallel government Benghazithat is under the control of general Happy, In a statement from the “Ministry of Foreign Affairs” they denounce Greece for Violation of Libya’s sovereign rights. The reason is the competition for the two plots south of Crete And they require Athens to discontinue the process until an agreed solution is found.
This announcement comes a twenty -day after Corresponding Communication by the Tripoli Government. And despite being part of the bidding between the sides, so as not to be considered any of them that it is indifferent to the protection of the country’s “rights”, it creates serious problems.
As it now appears common front of Tripoli and Benghazi against Greece As for the promotion of plans to exploit the two groups, which has already been interesting by Chevron. Although the announcement by the Benghazi government avoids references to the issue in question Turquoiseit is obvious that it creates even more important obstacles to George Gerapetritis’ visit in the first week of July to Tripoli and Benghazi. And creates reflection On whether the House Speaker A. Saleh was credible that there is no assurances a few hours ago. Turquoise Memorandum, or if they are simply integrated into a bazaar to secure exchanges either from Greece or by Turkey. However, the Libyan side and before even from the Turkolibycus Memorandum, insisted on arrangements (such as closing the Gulf of Syrtis, the zero influence of Gavdos and islands, etc.), so that the midline could be transported north, thereby limiting the Greek continental shelf and EEZ, as it was calculated by the Greek midline by law.
The announcement by the Benghazi Foreign Ministry states:
“Libya’s government statement, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation on the Greek Communication on the launch of an international call for exploration and exploitation of hydrocarbons in disputed maritime areas
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Libyan Government expresses its deep surprise and concern about what was published in the issue (2025/3335/C) of the official newspaper of the European Union, June 12, 2025, that the Greek Government has announced the Greek Government. of Crete, part of which is subject to a unresolved legal dispute with the state of Libya.
The Ministry confirms the inherent and inalienable Libyan right to exploration and utilize its hydrocarbons in its internationally recognized maritime areas, in accordance with the provisions of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea of 1982, which is an integrated legal framework that regulates all activities.
The Ministry also stresses that any activities to explore or exploit hydrocarbons in controversial areas or areas falling under the maritime jurisdiction of Libya, without its prior and explicit consent, will be considered illegal and aggressive acts and will entail all lawsuits. The escalation on the part of Greece would exacerbate tensions in the Mediterranean and prevent efforts to promote stability and international cooperation based on mutual respect for sovereignty and common interests.
As a result, the Ministry calls on the Greek Government: to immediately stop all the procedures related to the tender or assignment of any projects to explore hydrocarbons in marine areas falling under the sovereign rights of Libya. To abstain from unilateral measures.
To participate in a constructive and serious dialogue with the Libyan state to seek fair and equal solutions to the issues, in accordance with the principles of international law and the interests of all parties.
The Libyan state maintains all its legal rights to take the necessary measures to protect its sovereignty and its natural resources, in accordance with international laws and rules. “
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