Khalifa Haftar

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Khalifa Haftar is a prominent Libyan military commander and the leader of the Libyan National Army (LNA), a faction that has played a central role in the country’s protracted political and military instability. Based in eastern Libya, Haftar has been a key figure in the ongoing power struggle that has divided the nation since the 2011 uprising, exerting significant influence over regional governance, security, and reconstruction efforts, including the rebuilding of Derna. His leadership remains a focal point for international observers and media outlets tracking Libya’s complex path toward national reconciliation and economic recovery.