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Security forces mobilize ahead of anti-Israel protests

Armed forces in Tripoli mobilize in a bid to prevent further protests over the Foreign Minister’s meeting with her Israeli counterpart.

Three dead in suicide attack in Libya

Suicide attackers storm Libyan foreign ministry in Tripoli, killing at least three. ISIS claims responsibility.

Benghazi report revealed: Surprise allies, security snafus

Sacrificed for politics: 4 Americans die as State Department worries about offending Libya. The rest rescued by Qhaddafi supporters.

Report: Israeli Drone Crashes in Lebanon

For second time in 3 weeks, Lebanese military says an IAF drone conducting an unknown mission crashed in the state, this time off Tripoli.

Car Bomb in Tripoli, Libya

Blasts followed a series of car bombs, mainly in towns under the control of the internationally recognized government

Watch: Libyan Islamists Take a Dip in US Embassy Swimming Pool

Video appears to show scores of Islamist militants clowning around after taking over US embassy compound in Tripoli.

220 Wounded, Dead as Libyan Civil War Rages in Tripoli

Fighting in Tripoli leaves hundreds without electricity, safe cover; Libya reportedly descending into anarchy.

String of Killings in Tripoli Leaves Five Dead in Two Days

Sectarian clashes continue in northern Lebanon as spillover from the Syrian Civil War snowballs.

Egypt Evacuates Diplomatic Missions in Libya

Egypt evacuates embassy in Tripoli and consulate in Benghazi after kidnappers seized four Egyptian diplomats.

'Hezbollah Paying $25K per Dead Fighter to Keep Families Quiet'

Source claims Iranian-backed Shia terrorist group paying families of fighters killed in Syria to conceal cause of relatives' deaths.

Lebanon: Sectarian Clashes Kill 10 in Tripoli

Fighting between Alawite supporters and Sunni opponents of the Assad regime in neighboring Syria claims more victims in divided city.

Libyan Militias Surrender Tripoli Bases

Following deadly clashes last weekend Libyan militias surrender Tripoli bases to military, possible signs of violence toning down.

Libyan MP Carried Hand Grenade in Her Handbag 'For Self Defense'

Fiasco at Tripoli city hall as guards find grenade in MP's handbag; underscores sense of insecurity, turmoil in post-revolution Libya.

US to Train Libyan Forces As Militias Ravage Tripoli

US official announces plans to train thousands of security forces, as local council calls on Misrata militias to leave Tripoli.

Gunmen Kidnap Libya's Deputy Intelligence Chief

Libya's deputy intelligence chief, Mustafa Nuh, abducted in Tripoli as violence continues to rage in Libya's capital.

Libya Reels as Tripoli Violence Continues

Clashes between rival militias continue, after fighting on Friday left more than 40 dead.

Libya: 48 Dead in Militia Shooting

At least 48 Libyan demonstrators killed as militia fires at a rally demanding it to abandon a place it occupies in Tripoli.

Anti-Aircraft Weapons Used in Libyan Capital

Anti-aircraft gunfire and grenade blasts erupt in several parts of Tripoli, as rival militias battle one another.

Sectarian Fighting is Child's Play in Lebanon

YouTube clip showing small boy firing a rifle during sectarian clashes in Tripoli goes viral.

Lebanon: Gun Battles Kill Five Amid Warnings of 'Civil War'

Death toll in northern Lebanese city of Tripoli continues to rise after four days of fighting. Saudi prince warns Hezbollah of "civil war."

Gunmen Target Russian Embassy in Libya

Unknown gunmen attacked the Russian embassy in Tripoli. No injuries were reported.

Car Bomb Hits French Libya Embassy

Bomb at Tripoli wounds two French guards and causes major damage.

U.S. Evacuates Diplomatic Staff from Libya

United States evacuates most of its diplomatic staff from Libya and takes Tripoli embassy down to emergency staffing.

Multiple Terror Attacks in Libyan Capital

Two people are dead and at least three others wounded following multiple car bombings in the Libyan capital of Tripoli early Sunday.

Lockerbie Bomber is Dead

The terrorist convicted for the bombing of Pam Am Flight 103 over Lockerbie, Scotland, that killed 270 passengers in 1988, is dead.

Israel Watches Syrian Factions Battle in Lebanon

Israeli defense personnel are watching closely as Syrian gunmen begin to carry their battle into Lebanese territory.

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.

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.

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.

Mass Grave Discovered in Tripoli

Libyans discovered a mass grave Sunday near the Abu Salim prison in the capital of Tripoli.

Qaddafi's Wife, 3 Children, Grandchildren Arrive in Algeria

Former Libyan dictator Muammar Qaddafi's wife Safiya, his daughter Aisha, two sons and their children have all arrived in Algeria.

Al Qaeda Bombs Algeria for Supporting Qaddafi

Al Qaeda claims responsibility for a suicide bombing at a military academy meant to punish Algerian support for Qaddafi.

Tripoli Taken, Rebels Head for Qaddafi's Hometown

Libyan rebels are heading for the hometown of former dictator Muammar Qaddafi after capturing the capital, Tripoli.

Amnesty Accuses Qaddafi, Rebels of Human Rights Violations

New Amnesty International report finds that both Qaddafi's forces as well as rebel forces have abused prisoners.

Qaddafi Escapes Compound Seizure, Vows to Crush Uprising

Former Libyan dictator Muammar Qaddafi is still alive, escaping the seizure of his compound by rebel forces and vowing to continue to fight.

Libya: Rebels Capture Pro-Qaddafi District in Tripoli

The rebels have captured the pro-Qaddafi Abu Salim neighborhood of Tripoli, but the Libyan leader is still nowhere in sight.

Rebels Overrun Qaddafi Compound

Muammar Qaddafi's whereabouts are unknown as rebels overrun his compound

Fierce Fighting at Qaddafi Compound

As rebels prepare to assault Qaddafi's compound in Tripoli its clear the strongman plans to exact his price in blood and headlines.

Qaddafi’s Son Seen in Tripoli

Despite earlier reports of his arrest, Saif al-Islam Qaddafi was seen in a Tripoli hotel and talked to reporters.

Obama: Libya's Future is in the Hands of its People

President Obama makes a statement after the fall of Tripoli. "The Qaddafi regime is coming to an end."

Tripoli Falls to Libyan Rebels - Arab League Recognizes New Govt

Tripoli has fallen, and Libya's rebel fighters have begun to install a new government. The Arab League has announced its recognition.

Not So Fast! Qaddafi Forces Shell Downtown Tripoli

After hours of euphoric celebration as Libya's rebels took much of Tripoli unopposed, Qaddafi tanks have started shelling the city center.

Where is the ‘Practical but Eccentric Qaddafi?'

As rebels continue to take over Qaddafi’s last bastion, Tripoli, South Africa denies he fled there. He may be hiding deep underground.

Libya: Rebels Take Green Square in Tripoli

Libyan rebels take Tripoli's central Green Square, renamed Shaheed Square, citizens rejoice.

The Battle for Tripoli is at Hand

This weekend's raid on Tripoli by rebel fighters marks the beginning of the battle for Tripoli - and Qaddafi's last stand.

Qaddafi’s Troops Fight Back in Key City

As rebels continue to advance on Zawiya, Qaddafi's troops fight back, signaling a move toward the capital won't be easy.

Libya: Explosions Near Qaddafi Compound as Rebels Close In

At least seven loud blasts heard near Qaddafi's compound in the capital Tripoli. Meanwhile, rebels continue to close in on the capital.

Qaddafi Vows to Blow Up Tripoli

Libyan strongman Muammar Qaddafi has vowed to blow up Tripoli rather than surrender it to rebels if they succeed in taking the city.

Covert Action to Topple Qadaffi

Attack on Libya Extends to Tripoli

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

Hamas and Fatah Ready for Reconciliation?

A top Fatah official says that Hamas has agreed to release its political prisoners and reopen the faction's headquarters in Gaza.