1. The Sirte-Jufra line: a front in the war or the basis of negotiations? Author: Al Jazeera Center for Studies Publication Date: 08-2020 Content Type: Policy Brief Institution: Al Jazeera Center for Studies Abstract: Although all indications are that most of the principal players favour a political resolution, the military situation will remain volatile as long as Haftar’s forces are in Sirte and remain in control of the economically vital oil region. Topic: War, Natural Resources, Conflict, and Negotiation Political Geography: Turkey, Libya, and North Africa