Libya

Capital: Tripoli
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Libya’s third-largest city became a center of armed and political power after resisting a prolonged siege in 2011. Its forces later fought in Libya’s civil war, led the campaign against the Islamic State in Sirte, and defended Tripoli against Khalifa Haftar’s 2019 attack.

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Muammar GaddafiMuammar Gaddafi ruled Libya from a 1969 military coup until his death during the 2011 uprising. His rule combined personal dictatorship, Arab nationalist ambitions, armed confrontation with Israel and severe repression of opponents.Libyan National ArmyThe Libyan National Army is a military coalition commanded by Khalifa Haftar and based in eastern Libya. Backed by the House of Representatives in Tobruk and several foreign governments, it fought the Tripoli-based government during Libya’s civil war and retained control of the east after the October 2020 ceasefire.Libyan civil war (2014–2020)Libya’s second civil war began when its post-Gaddafi transition collapsed in 2014. Rival governments and armed coalitions fought for control of the country, drawing foreign intervention and a renewed battle for Tripoli before agreeing to a nationwide ceasefire in October 2020.LibyaLibya is a North African country whose ancient Jewish heritage, oil wealth and Mediterranean position have shaped its history. Since Muammar Gaddafi’s overthrow in 2011, rival authorities and armed groups have divided the country, with consequences for Egypt, Israel and the wider region.

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