How to repair Europe’s credibility in Libya
European countries and the EU can still use the strength of their diplomatic assets to reassert their influence in Libya. But they will first need to overcome their internal divisions to do so.
North Africa
Turkey in Libya: Filling the European vacuum
Europeans could still keep Libya a multilateral affair, if they can bring France onto a shared platform – and deploy newfound unity to draw American influence back in
Italy’s Libyan conundrum: The risks of short-term thinking
By prioritising short-term gains in irregular migration and energy security, Italy and the EU have helped create an unsustainable security and political situation in Libya
Germany’s quiet leadership on the Libyan war
Although Germany’s mediation role in the Libyan conflict has received relatively little attention so far, this might change if its initiative leads to a peace conference – or, alternatively, a collapse of the political process
Listen to the street: The new Algerian transition
Algeria’s Hirak movement is rejecting the continuation of old ways in new forms. How will the army respond?
Sisi’s illusion of stability
The EU should end its acquiescence to Sisi’s policies
Can Germany stop Libya becoming the new Syria?
The forthcoming Berlin conference offers the chance of a diplomatic breakthrough for all sides in Libya’s proxy ‘civil’ war. Will they seize the opportunity?
Tunisia’s unpredictable elections
Tunisia's upcoming presidential election brings its fragmentation to light
The unacknowledged costs of the EU’s migration policy in Libya
The ongoing war in Libya is causing growing numbers of Libyans to emigrate to Europe – and leading European states to make partnerships with authoritarian regimes
Freeze, confiscate, restore? Swiss ideas for future EU sanctions
Sanctions for ‘misappropriation’ have proved their worth in forging ties with new leaders in Tunisia, Egypt, and Ukraine. But it is time to strengthen them