The Libyan Civil War (2014–2020), also known as the Second Libyan Civil War, was a multilateral civil war which was fought in Libya among a number of armed groups, but mainly the House of Representatives (HoR) and the Government of National Accord (GNA), for …

The Libyan crisis [1] [2] is the current humanitarian crisis [3] [4] and political-military instability [5] occurring in Libya, beginning with the Arab Spring protests of 2011, which led to two civil wars, foreign military intervention, and the ousting and death of Muammar Gaddafi.

The Libyan civil war, [36] also known as the First Libyan Civil War and Libyan Revolution, [37] was an armed conflict in 2011 in the North African country of Libya that was fought between forces loyal to Colonel Muammar Gaddafi and rebel groups that were seeking to …

Jul 15, 2024 · Read about Libya’s civil war and struggle to restore state institutions since the ouster of Colonel Muammar al-Qaddafi. Track the latest developments on CFR’s Global Conflict Tracker.

Libya Revolt of 2011, popular uprising in Libya inspired by the Arab Spring revolutions in Egypt and Tunisia. The regime of Muammar al-Qaddafi, however, violently resisted the uprising, leading to civil war and international military intervention.

May 29, 2020 · The heavy international interference in the civil war is strengthening both sides of the conflict, leading to even more destruction in Libya. As the war is prolonged, so is the suffering that follows suit. The growing humanitarian crisis in Libya begs for a peace deal and a long-term comprehensive rebuilding strategy.

Aug 16, 2024 · With two rival governments at either end of the country, ongoing political ruptures and, now, fresh military mobilization, there are fears Libya could be heading toward more violence and fighting.

Nov 13, 2022 · The Libyan Civil War is a consequence of the power vacuum created following the death of Colonel Muammar Gaddafi, in 2011. The power shift presented an opportunity for former oppressed moderate and extremist factions to challenge each other for power.

Aug 29, 2022 · Libya’s worst fighting for two years suddenly hit the capital, Tripoli, on Saturday. This explains what led to the violence, why it matters, and how things may play out.

Jun 18, 2020 · Who’s Who in Libya’s War? The conflict in oil-rich Libya has become a proxy war, fueled by rival foreign powers such as Russia and Turkey. For months, UN-backed government forces have battled rebel...