Southern Libya, characterized by security chaos, has become a haven for extremist organizations such as Al-Qaeda, which has been present since 2011. The vast, unmonitored desert region, with its smuggling routes, provides an ideal environment for terrorist activities. The recent airstrike targeting Al-Qaeda leader Abu Talha al-Libi in Sabha has reignited discussions about the group's presence. Intelligence reports indicate that Southern Libya attracts terrorist groups displaced by French intervention in Mali. Kamel Abdullah, a researcher, doubts Al-Qaeda's ability to control the region due to logistical challenges but acknowledges their use of the security and political crisis to strengthen their presence.