Israel's Foreign Minister Holds Meeting with Libyan Counterpart to Foster Cooperation

Israel's Foreign Minister Eli Cohen met with his Libyan counterpart, Najla Mangoush, in Italy to discuss potential cooperation and the preservation of Jewish heritage sites in Libya. The meeting marks the first-ever official meeting between the two countries' top diplomats. Cohen emphasized the importance of establishing ties with Libya and preserving the heritage of Libyan Jewry. Libya has been in a state of political chaos since the overthrow of Muammar Gaddafi in 2011, with rival administrations and militias vying for power. The meeting has sparked criticism from some Libyan politicians who accuse the Prime Minister of promoting normalization with Israel for personal gain.