Italian invasion of Libya (Italo-Turkish War) (sep 29, 1911 – oct 18, 1912)
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The Italo-Turkish War (1911-1912) saw Italy invade Libya and defeat the Ottoman Empire, weakening the Ottomans. This conflict contributed to the destabilization of the region, further increasing tensions in Europe, especially in the Balkans, and adding to the broader geopolitical context that would eventually lead to World War I.
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