Egyptian, Turkish special forces conduct joint exercises in Libya

Egyptian and Turkish special forces underwent joint training in Libya as part of “Flintlock 2026” exercises alongside the United States and other partners, according to Clash Report.

Egyptian and Turkish special forces trained together in Libya during Flintlock 2026, alongside the U.S. and other partners.

The drills in Sirte, a former flashpoint where the two sides nearly clashed in 2020, highlight a major thaw in relations and growing coordination. pic.twitter.com/c2zMghAz0R

— Clash Report (@clashreport) April 20, 2026

The drills in Sirte—once a flashpoint where the two sides nearly clashed in 2020—signal a significant warming in relations and growing coordination between them.

By Jeyhun Aghazada