Thirteen years ago, in October 2011, Libya’s long-time leader, Colonel Muammar Gaddafi, was killed by rebels supported by NATO. His death was brutal and shocking, but to many Libyans, he remains one of the country’s most respected and admired figures. The years following his death have left many wondering: is it just nostalgia for an era gone by, or does Gaddafi's legacy still hold something meaningful for Libyans today?
Gaddafi's Only UN Speech: A Warning No One Heeded
In 2009, just two years before his death, Gaddafi addressed the United Nations General Assembly for the first—and last—time. During his speech, he criticized the UN Security Council, calling it a “council of horror” that, instead of promoting peace, was often responsible for wars and sanctions. Ironically, it was this very body that, two years later, would give NATO permission to intervene in Libya, ultimately leading to Gaddafi’s death.
In March 2011, the UN passed Resolution 1973, allowing military actio...
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