Libya

Libyan Rebels Dissolve Executive Committee

Libyan rebels dissolve their executive committee after “shortcomings” in the handling of the shooting death of their military chief.

Rebels Deny Claims They Lost Bir al-Ghanam

Libya's rebels denied claims by the Qaddafi government they lost a key staging town; claim advances of their own.

Libya Rebels Reveal 'Post-Qaddafi' Plan

A blueprint for a post-Qaddafi Libya has been revealed, but rebels admit they probably can't dislodge Qaddafi, hope dissension will

Britain Recognizes Insurgents

UK Departs from Traditional Policy, Recognizes Benghazi Rebels

Britain has officially recognized the Libyan insurgents, a move that will entitle the Benghazi regime to Libyan assets in Britain.

Qadaffi Can Stay in Libya

Qadaffi Can Stay in Libya at the Pleasure of the "Libyan People"

In an effort to break the stalemate, Britain and France no longer insist on Qadaffi's leaving Libya.

Qadaffi Vows 'No Negotiations'

Qadaffi Vows 'No Negotiations'

Libyan strongman Muammar Qadaffi has vowed not to negotiate with rebel leaders 'from now until Judgement Day!'; rebuffs France.

US Pushes Qaddafi Ouster

US Warns: Qaddafi Must Go; Libyans Appeal to Moscow

US and Libyan officials met in secret face-to-face talks over the weekend. US insists Qaddafi must go. Russia offers hope of a "compromise".

US: "Muammar Qadaffi Must Go!"

US and Libyan officials met face-to-face this weekend at a meeting in which US officials said their would be meetings until Qadaffi is gone.

Libya's Rebels Claim Victory at Brega

Libya's rebels claim victory at Brega as they encircle the key oil town which has changed hands several times in the five-month civil war.

Libyan Jews Appoint Envoy to Benghazi Shadow Gov't

A Libyan Jewish organization formally recognizes the rebel shadow government and hopes to reconcile Jews to the country.

Libyan Arms Pipeline to Gaza Feared

Israel is concerned a 'large quantity' of weapons have flowed from Libyan strongman Muammar Qaddafi's stores to Hamas in Gaza.

UN Panel: Qaddafi Committed War Crimes

UN panel finds that Libyan leader Qaddafi has committed war crimes and crimes against humanity - and that rebels, too, committed some war crimes.

Over 100 Libyan Soldiers Defect from Qaddafi's Army

Eight Libyan army officers appear in Rome, saying they have defected, as have more than 100 other soldiers.

Libyan Civil War Spills Into Tunisia

Libya's civil war is spilling over into Tunisia -- especially into Djerba, where most of Tunisia's Jews are living.

‘Help the Bedouin Go Back Where They Came From’ Says Rabbi Lior

Israel should pay Bedouin to move back where they came from – Libya and Saudi Arabia, says Kiryat Arba Rabbi Lior at the annual Ramle Conference.

Over 10,000 Rebels, Civilians Killed in Libya So Far

Anti-government rebels in Libya have faced steep losses – with as many as 10,000 people killed, and 20,000 more missing, rebel leaders say.

Qaddafi in a Letter to Obama: End NATO Mission in Libya

Libyan leader sends a personal letter to President Obama, asking that he work to end the attacks in his country. Clinton: Qaddafi knows what to do.

Middle East Round-Up April 4-6

A review of the turbulent events in the Middle East for April 4-6; Assad Bans Soccer; the Saudis are tense; and More!

Herzog: Israel Must Advance Its Own Peace Initiative

In a meeting with French Ambassador to Israel Christophe Bigot, Welfare Minister Yitzchak Herzog says Israel must advance its own peace plan.

Western Offensive Helps Rebels in War for Qaddafi’s Home Town

Qaddafi’s soldiers flee Western bombing offensive, allowing rebels to retake the oil port of Benghazi and prepare to fight for Qaddafi’s home town.

If Qaddafi Goes, Will Mugabe Be Next?

William Hague has called out against the regime of Robert Mugabe for being the same as Qaddafi's.

Attack on Libya Extends to Tripoli

Reports say smoke was coming out of Qaddafi's military compound after airstrikes in Tripoli on Sunday night.

Analysis: What's Behind the Obama Reversal on Libya

After weeks of pouring cold water on a No-Fly zone, the Obama Administration became a believer.

Bahrain Cracks Down as Region Continues to Roil

Bahrain has cracked down on growing unrest, arresting six opposition leaders. Six people have died in the violence.

The Bar to Western Intervention in Libya Keeps Getting Higher

After having encouraged the Libyan insurgents the West is pulling the plug on them. Obama "believes in organic revolution."

Tactical Retreat or Insurgent Collapse in Libya?

Qaddafi, left for dead merely weeks ago, may be on the verge of military victory.

US Evicts Libyan Embassy from Washington

The U.S. is moving to close the Libyan embassy in Washington D.C. and freeze its diplomatic ties with the Qaddafi-led government in Tripoli.

Qaddafi Loyalists Bomb Oil Refinery at Sidra

For the first time, Libyan dictator Muammar Qaddafi's government forces bombed a major oil facility on Thursday.

France Becomes the First Country to Recognize Libya's Insurgents

French recognition of Benghazi is on shaky legal grounds but one can find numerous explanations for it.

Why Is the Obama Administration Seeking UN Approval

Even his liberal constituency is alarmed but the Obama Administration resists intervention without UN approval.

Libyan FM: US Using Al-Qaeda Men to Fight Qaddafi

Moussa Koussa, Libya's Foreign Minister, has accused the US of sending inmates from Guantanamo to fight against the ruling regime.

Int'l Criminal Court at The Hague to Probe Libya War Crimes

The International Criminal Court at The Hague is opening an investigation into alleged war crimes in Libya.

Libya Rebels Surround Oil Port

Libyan opposition forces have surrounded the oil port of Brega in the eastern part of the country.

300 Libyans to Return to Judea/Samaria

Netanyahu agrees to allow 300 Libyan refugees to return to their former homes in PA-controlled areas in Judea and Samaria.

The Fairy Tale Stops in Tripoli

The seemingly inexorable march to democracy has stalled in Libya and the Western powers are between a rock and a hard place.

US Sends Warships to Suez, Troops Stationed in Libya

The US is moving warships, planes and troops to eastern Libya and two assault ships passed through the Suez Canal Wednesday morning.

UN Suspends Libya from Human Rights Council

UN General Assembly passes a resolution suspending Libya from Human Rights Council.

Turkey Opposed Sanctions on Libya, Interim Gov't Formed

Turkish Prime Minister Erdogan accused the United Nations of being concerned primarily with Libya's oil supply, rather than its people.

Qaddafi Crushed the Graves in the Jewish Cemetery

INN TV visits the Libyan Jewry Heritage Center to hear the reactions of Libyan Jews to the bloody revolt against Qaddafi.

Report: Qaddafi Ordered the Lockerbie Bombing

A former Libyan minister says Qaddafi personally ordered the Lockerbie bombing, in which 270 people were murdered.

Libya Remains on UN Human Rights Panel as It Bombs Civilians

Libya remains on UN Human Rights Council as it attacks civilians with tanks and planes. Mass exodus of foreigners.Obama silent. Oil prices soar.

Analysis: Ad-Libbing on Libya, Rethinking Realism

All those who for practical or pecuniary reasons backed Qaddafi are furiously backpedalling.

2 Libyan Air Force Colonels Seek Asylum in Malta

Two Libyan air force colonels piloting two Mirage jets arrived in Malta on Sunday, asking for political asylum.

Libyan Protesters Set Fire to Gov’t Buildings

Libyan protesters set government buildings on fire as death toll mounts from security forces’ massacre. Oil prices soar on world markets.

Reports: Gaddafi Losing Control of Libya

Anti-regime protests in Libya spread to the capital Tripoli. Gaddafi's son: We will fight to the last bullet.

Gaddafi Regime Massacres More Than 100 Protesters

Gaddafi deploys sharpshooter snipers, swords and helicopter gunships to slaughter more than 100 protesters, including mourners.

Bloody Day in Libya but Bahrain Permits Retaking of Main Square

Demonstrations continue in Bahrain, Libya, Yemen. Bahrain claims Hizbullah involvement, allows return to main square. 80 dead in Libya.

'Day of Rage' Continues in Libya

Anti-government demonstrations spread across Libya on Thursday in that country's "Day of Rage". Fourteen are reported dead in clashes this week.

British Admissions Show UK's Labor Party as Libya's Lobbyist

The recently released documents on the Al-Megrahi Lockerbie affair have fueled calls for an independent inquiry.

US Senators' Report Slams Britain and Scotland on Lockerbie

Four US senators' report claims that commercial considerations prompted the release of the Lockerbie bomber from a Scottish prison.

WikiLeaks: Marks & Spencer Targeted in Libyan Power Play

The famed UK-based Marks & Spencer retail chain was at the center of a power play in Libya, according to a secret US document dumped by WikiLeaks.

Canadian Jew Also Involved in Hadad's Release

Canadian Jew of Libyan origin took part in negotiations to release jailed Israeli.

Libya’s Price Tag for Freeing Israeli: $50 Million for Gaza

Libya announced a $50 million project for Gaza the day after it freed an Israeli held for five months. Libya insists the timing is a coincidence.

Video: Lieberman Agreed to 'Respect' Libyan Demands on PA Issues

Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman speaks with the media after arriving with Rafael Hadad, who had been held in Libya for five months.

Arab MK Helped Libyan Ship; MK Ben-Ari: Sink it

As blockade-busting Libyan ship nears Israel, it has been learned that MK Ahmed Tibi was involved. MK Ben-Ari says it should be sunk.

Arabs MKs Visit Libya; Nationalist MK: ‘Let them Stay There’

Six Israeli Arab legislators are visiting the anti-Israel country of Libya. Yisrael Beiteinu MK suggest that they “stay in Libya with Gaddafi.”

Gaddafi: Obama from Arab Descent, a 'Blessing' to Muslim World

Libyan leader Muammar al-Gaddafi blesses Barack Obama, “an African of Arab...Muslim descent.... a friend.” Wants Arab-Jewish country of Isratine.

'Islamic State' Should Cause No Surprise