The Arms Embargo on Libya is a Spectacular Failure
The international community has failed to stop countries like the UAE, Jordan and France from supplying weapons to...
Academic Background
MA
University of Exeter • Middle East Studies from the Institute of Arab and Islamic Studies
Worth to Know
Ferhat Polat is a Chevening Scholar from the 2022 cohort. Holding an MA in Middle East Studies from the Institute of Arab and Islamic Studies at the University of Exeter, he specializes in North African geopolitics and security, with a particular focus on Libya. Polat is often invited as a commentator on news channels and has contributed numerous essays and articles on geopolitical issues that have been published in various journals, newspapers, and digital outlets.
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Berlin’s Diplomatic Efforts in Libya: What Could Be Expected?
Berlin has the political capital to persuade key players to support an effective political process in Libya Libya’s...
Libya and the Elusive Peace Process
It is time for international powers to end their short-sighted action in Libya and step up to find...
The Trajectory of Turkey-Libya Relations
Turkey’s support to the UN-backed Government of National Accord in Libya should be replicated by other responsible global...
Reining in Khalifa Haftar is Crucial to Reversing Libya’s Refugee Crisis
Traffickers and armed groups have exploited the country’s security vacuum, turning it into a hellhole for migrants. About...
A Major Blow for Khalifa Haftar in Libya
The latest territorial loss has put militia leader Khalifa Haftar in a weak position, and it is the...
Is There Hope for a Better Democracy in the Middle East?
The strength of Turkey’s democracy and the Turkish people showed their dedication to democratically-elected institutions when they took...
Is France Pushing Libya into Further Conflict?
France’s pursuit of its own long term interests in Libya is fueling the conflict and undermining the UN-backed...
Donald Trump’Support of Khalifa Haftar will Sink Libya into Further Chaos
The abrupt shift in President Trump’s policy to back Khalifa Haftar in Libya throws the UN-backed political process...
Italy and France Should Consider Libya’s Long-term Humanitarian Costs
While one has borne the brunt of the migrant crisis from the embattled country, the other seeks to...