Libya

Libyan Jews Want to Go Home, Says Leader

The fall of Muammar Qaddafi has caused some Libyan Jews to wish to return to their homeland, according to a Libyan Jewish leader.

Turkey Hits Syria with Sanctions

Turkey has struck Syria with a list of economic sanctions designed to break the regime of President Bashar al-Assad.

Qaddafi's Daughter Starts Trouble from Algeria

The daughter of Muammar Qaddafi is carrying on her father's struggle against the rebel forces who toppled him from power in Libya.

Tunisia Extends State of Emergency

The nation that gave birth to the Jasmine Revolution and the Arab Spring has just extended its state of emergency for the rest of the year.

'No-Fly' Zone for Syria

With the blood-drenched soil of Libya barely dry, Syria is poised to face the same fate as Arab nations plan a "no-fly zone."

ICC Agrees to Try Saif al-Islam in Libya

The chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court at The Hague says the trial of Saif al-Islam Qaddafi can proceed in Libya.

Libya Announces New Cabinet

Libya appointed a new cabinet comprised of pragmatists and technocrats - denying Islamists access to key defense ministry posts.

Seif al-Islam Betrayed by His Desert Guide

The son of late Libyan dictator Muammar Qaddafi - captured over the weekend - was betrayed by the desert guide he hired.

Qaddafi's Son to be Tried at Home, Leaders Say

Saif al-Islam Qaddafi, who was captured on Saturday, will be tried at home and not handed over to the International Criminal Court.

Report: Iran Supplied Qaddafi with Shells for Chemical Weapons

U.S. investigating whether Iran supplied Muammar Qaddafi with hundreds of shells for chemical weapons.

Libya's Muslim Brotherhood Holds First Public Conference

After being banned by the Qaddafi regime, Libya's Muslim Brotherhood holds first public conference. "We want moderate Islam."

Libya's Leader Promises: No Extreme Islam

Libya's interim leader assures EU foreign policy chief his country will not turn into an extremist Islamic country.

Tunisia Continues Extradition Battle Over Former Libyan PM

Tunisia has become the latest battleground over the fate of one of Libya's former leaders -- ex-Prime Minister Baghdadi al-Mahmoudi.

UN Urges Libya to Secure Chemical Weapons

UN's Ban Ki-moon says Libya must quickly secure any chemical weapons and nuclear materials left unguarded during the civil war.

Libya Has New Prime Minister as NATO Mission Ends

Libya’s interim leadership chooses a new prime minister, while NATO officially ends its seven-month mission in Libya.

Libyan PM Confirms Presence of Chemical Weapons

Libya’s interim prime minister confirms the presence of chemical weapons in Libya, claims the country has no interest in keeping them.

Tunisia Frees Former Libyan PM, Denies NTC Extradition Request

Tunisia has freed former Libyan prime minister Mahmoudi and denied a request by the country's new government to extradite him for trial.

Qaddafi Buried in Secret Place; Explosion Kills 100

Qaddafi was buried in a secret desert site Tuesday morning. A fuel blast in his home town killed 100. It is not known if it was an attack.

Expert: Skeptical if Libya Can Become a Democracy

Professor Yehudit Ronen: We'll have to wait and see if post-Qaddafi Libya can become a true democracy.

Libya to Officially Declare Liberation

Libya's National Transitional Council is set to formally declare liberation on Sunday.

Libyan Rebels: Qaddafi’s Death – Unintentional

There was no order to kill Qaddafi, rebel leaders say. Video appears to contradict their claim.

Qaddafi is Dead!

Fugitive dictator Muammar Qaddafi was killed as his home town of Sirte fell, marking an end to his despotic and eccentric 42-year rule.

Libya: Qaddafi Haunts Rebels Amid Victories

As rebel fighters take Bani Walid and edge toward final victory in Sirte, Qaddafi continues to haunt the new regime from hiding.

Anti-Qaddafi Fighters in Sirte Regroup, Again

For the third time in a week, anti-Qaddafi forces have been driven back and forced to regroup in their push into Sirte.

Libya: Rebels Pound Qaddafi Compound in Sirte

After over a month of intense fighting and numerous set backs, rebel fighters have reached the center of Qaddafi's home town.

Libyan Rebels Launch 'Final Assault' on Qaddafi's Hometown

Libyan rebels say they are launching their "final assault" on Sirte, hometown of former dictator Muammar Qaddafi. But it's not over yet.

Qaddafi Taunts Rebels Amid Failed Sirte Offensive

Fugitive strongman Muammar Qaddafi called for massive civil disobedience as Libya's rebels fail to take Sirte.

Rebel Fighters Raise Ire, Concern in Tripoli

As Libya's new leaders appoint a new cabinet to rule the country, its fighters in Tripoli have raised concerns for the future.

Libya's New Rulers Hate Jews Too?

A Libyan Jew returned from exile, believing he was safe to restore Tripoli's main synagogue. He discovered he was mistaken.

Qaddafi Casts Shadow in Tripoli Despite Ouster

Muammar Qaddafi has managed to keep Libya's interim rebel council from forming a government despite his ouster from power.

Captured Anti-Aircraft Missiles Were Headed for Sinai Terrorists

Egypt confiscated anti-aircraft missiles that were headed for terrorists in the Sinai Peninsula, bordering Israel.

African Union Finally Recognizes Libya's New Leaders

African Union officially recognizes Libya’s National Transitional Council as the country’s legitimate leadership.

Qaddafi Strongholds Turn Back Rebels

Rebel forces in Libya have met fierce resistance in Bani Walid and Sirte, raising the specter of prolonged fighting.

Libya: Rebels Struggling in Sirte Offensive

Rebels are struggling against stiff resistance in Qaddafi's home town of Sirte as a second rebel offensive on nearby Bani Walid fails.

Libya: Rebels Bloodied at Bani Walid, Again

Rebels attempting to take the Qaddafi stronghold of Bani Walid were bloodied for the second time in a week by the town's defenders.

NTC Given Libya’s UN Seat

UN General Assembly votes to give Libya’s seat in the UN to the National Transitional Council, proving Qaddafi's days are over.

Libya: Bani Walid Assault Resumes

Rebel fighters resumed their assault on the oasis of Bani Walid on Libya's coast after a failed assault earlier in the week.

Libya: Rebels Downplay Refinery Attack

Libya's interim rebel government has tried to downplay an attack by Qaddafi forces on its oil industry as "an isolated event."

Cameron, Sarkozy Make Surprise Tripoli Visit

British prime minister David Cameron and French president Nicolas Sarkozy visit Tripoli in show of support for interim rebel council.

Libya's Ideological Precipice: Islamist or Secular?

Islamic leaders in Libya accused de facto prime minister Mahmoud Jibril of being an 'extreme secularist' who is 'worse than Qaddafi.'

Libya's Rebel Leaders Disavow Radical Islam

Libya's interim leader Mustafa Abdel Jalil disavowed radical Islam promising a moderate sharia-based democracy.

Residents Pour Out of Bani Walid

Residents are pouring out of the Qaddafi stronghold of Bani Walid amid a lull in fighting as rebels regroup for a new offensive.

Qaddafi's Son in Niger, May Be Detained

Al-Saadi Qaddafi confirmed to be in Niger with other pro-Qaddafi forces and may be detained by local authorities.

Libya: Outlook Pessimistic

Qaddafi Forces Strike Refinery, Kill 15+

Qaddafi forces conducted a guerrilla raid on a newly reopened refinery, killing 15 and raising concerns his promised insurgency has begun.

Heavy Fighting in Chaotic Bani Walid Offensive

Rebel fighters in Libya admit they vastly underestimated the number of loyalists in Bani Walid as discipline falters in their own ranks.

Report: Qaddafi's Son Arrives in Niger

Muammar Qaddafi's son, al-Saadi, has arrived in Niger, an official says. He reportedly "has no status at all."

Libya: Bani Walid Surrender Talks Fail

Negotiations for the peaceful surrender of Qaddafi loyalists at Bani Walid have failed, setting the stage for a rebel offensive.

ICC Seeks Red Notice for Qaddafi

The International Criminal Court asked Interpol to issue Red Notices for Muammar Qaddafi for alleged "crimes against humanity."

Qaddafi Denies He Fled to Niger in New Audio

Former Libyan strongman Muammar Qaddafi denied fleeing and vowed "never to leave the land of his ancestors" in a new audiotape Thursday.

Turkish PM to Tour 'Arab Spring' Nations as Israel Ties Weaken

Turkish Prime Minister Tayyip Recep Erdogan is planning a tour of Arab nations that overthrew their leaders as ties with Israel wind down.

Analysis: Libya's Elusive Desert Fox

The manhunt for Muammar Qaddafi has generated a flurry of headlines and few concrete leads -- put simply, no one knows where Qaddafi is.

Libyan Rebels Report Muammar Qaddafi Surrounded

Rebel forces in Libya say they have former dictator Muammar Qaddafi surrounded – but they're not saying where.

Qaddafi Garbage Trashes China

Trash Paper Trail Ties China to Arms Transfers to Qaddafi

Documents found by a correspondent in a trash heap shed light on Chinese arms sales to Qaddafi.

Libyan Official: Qaddafi Headed South

As hunt for Muammar Qaddafi continues, speculation is he is headed toward Chad or Niger.

MI6 in Cahoots with Qaddafi?

Libyan Commander Mulls Suing UK over Betrayal to Qaddafi

Captured documents expose Britain's sordid ties with Qaddafi as well as the Islamic bodies in the new regime.

Libyan Convoy in Niger Stirs Qaddafi Pot

A large convoy of Qaddafi loyalists were seen in Niger, leading to speculation Qaddafi is going into exile and planning an insurgency.

West Races to Secure Qaddafi Munitions

Western leaders race to secure Qaddafi's copious arms stockpiles, hoping of stave off a long-insurgency against the nascent rebel regime.

Libyan Rebels Preparing to Attack Bani Walid

Libyan rebels say negotiations over the surrender of one of Qaddafi's strongholds failed, are waiting for green light to attack.

AU 'Encouraged' by Libyan Rebels

The African Union says it is encouraged by promises made by Libya’s NTC, will discuss the possibility of recognizing it.