Libya vs. Greece … Episode second. After the Libyan governmentThe Government of Benghazi, General Happere, also took a position against Greece for the maritime plots south of Crete, arguing that Athens is violating the sovereign rights of the African country.

More specifically the announcement of Benghaza government:

“Libyan government statement, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, on the Greek announcement on the launch of an international call for licensing and hydrocarbon exploitation in disputed maritime areas.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Libyan Government expresses its deep surprise and concern about what was published in the issue (2025/3335/C) of the official newspaper of the European Union, June 12, 2025, that the Greek Government has announced the Greek Government. of Crete, part of which is subject to a unresolved legal dispute with the state of Libya.

The Ministry confirms the inherent and inalienable Libyan right to exploration and utilize its hydrocarbons in its internationally recognized maritime areas, in accordance with the provisions of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea of ​​1982, which is an integrated legal framework that regulates all activities.

The Ministry also stresses that any activities to explore or exploit hydrocarbons in controversial areas or areas falling under the maritime jurisdiction of Libya, without its prior and explicit consent, will be considered illegal and aggressive acts and will entail all lawsuits. The escalation on the part of Greece would exacerbate tensions in the Mediterranean and prevent efforts to promote stability and international cooperation based on mutual respect for sovereignty and common interests.

As a result, the Ministry calls on the Greek Government: to immediately stop all the procedures related to the tender or assignment of any projects to explore hydrocarbons in marine areas falling under the sovereign rights of Libya. To abstain from unilateral measures.

To participate in a constructive and serious dialogue with the Libyan state to seek fair and equal solutions to the issues, in accordance with the principles of international law and the interests of all parties.

The Libyan state maintains all its legal rights to take the necessary measures to protect its sovereignty and its natural resources, in accordance with international laws and rules. “