Khalifa Haftar acquired combat drones of Chinese and Turkish origin, according to a Reuters report. Satellite images showed at least three drones at Al-Khadim airbase in eastern Libya. Weapons experts said the systems could strengthen Haftar’s control over key regions and oil fields. The acquisition came despite a United Nations arms embargo. Reuters said it could not confirm the suppliers or timeline of delivery.
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Haftar Acquires Drones Despite Embargo
Politics
06/04/2026
Khalifa Haftar acquired combat drones of Chinese and Turkish origin, according to a Reuters report. Satellite images showed at least three drones at Al-Khadim airbase in eastern Libya. Weapons experts said the systems could strengthen Haftar’s control over key regions and oil fields. The acquisition came despite a United Nations arms embargo. Reuters said it could not confirm the suppliers or timeline of delivery.
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