Erdogan Rejects European Criticism of Turkey-Libya Maritime Deal

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Monday dismissed criticism from the European Union and other parties over the ratification of a maritime boundary agreement between Turkey and Libya.

Erdogan said the reactions “lack any legitimate basis,” rejecting challenges to the accord.

His remarks defended Ankara’s policy in the eastern Mediterranean, placing the maritime agreement at the centre of his response to European criticism.

The Turkish president’s comments underscored Ankara’s support for the deal despite objections from the EU and others.