Politics · Tripoli, Libya · October 25, 2026

Libya summons US envoy over Trump's 'terror-infested' remark

Reported by 1 outlet · first reported Oct 25, 4:39 PM ET

Libya's government summoned the US chargé d'affaires after President Trump called Libya a "terror-infested" country at a campaign rally. Yonhap reported the diplomatic protest.

Why it matters

The dispute strains ties between Washington and Libya's government.

Background

Libya has been divided between rival governments since the fall of Muammar Gaddafi in 2011. The government in Tripoli is recognized by the UN.

Sources

• Yonhap (Korean) ↗Oct 25, 4:39 PM ET

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