Khalifa Haftar, the military leader controlling eastern Libya, orchestrated a meeting to trap an EU delegation into recognizing the legitimacy of the Benghazi-led administration. Upon arrival, the delegation was declared 'personae non gratae' and expelled from Libya. The EU officials had previously met with the internationally recognized Government of National Unity in Tripoli. The incident highlighted tensions between the EU and the unrecognized Government of National Stability in Benghazi, with accusations of disrespecting Libyan sovereignty. The situation reflects the ongoing power struggle in Libya, where Haftar's influence is growing amidst internal conflicts.