Pakistan Reportedly Signs $4 Billion Arms Deal with Libya’s LNA, Raising International Concerns

Tripoli: Pakistan has reportedly entered into a $4 billion arms deal with Libya’s powerful rebel faction, the Libyan National Army (LNA), in a move widely seen as a violation of the United Nations arms embargo on Libya. The revelations were made in a report published by One World Outlook.

Key Details of the Deal:
According to the report, the agreement was signed between the Pakistan government and the LNA, led by controversial military commander Khalifa Haftar. The deal allegedly includes the supply of JF-17 fighter jets, advanced battle tanks, artillery systems and other military hardware to the Libyan rebel forces.

The agreement is said to have been finalised following recent talks between Pakistan Army Chief General Asim Munir and Major General Saddam Haftar, son of Khalifa Haftar.

International Implications:
Libya has been under a UN Security Council–mandated arms embargo since 2011. The LNA operates in opposition to the UN-recognised government based in Tripoli. Any transfer of weapons to the group is therefore viewed as a direct breach of international law and is expected to further destabilise an already fragile security situation in the region.

The report warns that Pakistan’s alleged move could severely damage its global credibility and expose the country to stringent international sanctions. At a time when Pakistan is grappling with serious economic challenges, critics argue that such short-term military ventures could result in long-term diplomatic and strategic setbacks.

Risk of Diplomatic Isolation:
Political observers caution that undermining the UN-led peace process in Libya could strain Pakistan’s relations with Western nations and push it towards greater international isolation. The controversial arms deal, if confirmed, may lead to significant diplomatic repercussions and heightened scrutiny on Pakistan’s foreign and defence policies.