The American approach to the Libyan crisis has shifted focus, moving beyond the political deadlock and into the economic and security spheres through the signing of massive investment contracts in the oil sector. These deals will pave the way for American companies to return to Libya, while also allocating significant shares to Turkish and Egyptian oil firms. The architect of this deal, Massad Boulos—a senior advisor to the U.S. President—announced at a recent energy conference that stability is the primary magnet for American investment. Some may argue that this deal aims to freeze the current political reality, effectively blocking elections and preventing meaningful change. Under the Trump doctrine, economic gain is the only metric; indeed, oil contracts tell a truer tale than elections.

Source: Libya Observer February 05, 2026 22:11 UTC