Libya's 'Day of Rage' Erupts Against Gaddafi's 42-Year Rule
Protests in Benghazi spark nationwide uprising against Muammar Gaddafi's regime
Post-Gaddafi conflict between rival governments
Protests in Benghazi spark nationwide uprising against Muammar Gaddafi's regime
Pro-democracy protests erupt in Benghazi launching Libyan revolution against Muammar Gaddafi
Heir apparent warns of blood and chaos if protests continue against regime
Resolution 1970 imposes arms embargo and refers Gaddafi regime to International Criminal Court
Resolution 1973 permits 'all necessary measures' to protect civilians from Gaddafi forces
Operation Unified Protector launches with French airstrikes followed by US and UK bombardment
Opposition fighters withdraw eastward as Gaddafi forces advance despite NATO air support
Air attack on Tripoli compound eliminates dictator's youngest son in targeted bombing
ICC targets Muammar Gaddafi, Saif al-Islam, and intelligence chief for crimes against humanity
International coalition grants full diplomatic recognition to National Transitional Council
Opposition fighters seize key western stronghold cutting Tripoli's fuel supplies
Opposition forces capture most of capital city as 42-year dictatorship crumbles
Fugitive dictator vows continued resistance despite losing control of most of Libya
Libya's longtime ruler captured and killed by rebels in his hometown drainage pipe
Operation Unified Protector concludes seven months after beginning with regime change achieved
Historic vote for General National Congress marks democratic transition milestone
Terrorist assault on diplomatic compound kills Ambassador Chris Stevens and CIA operatives
Ali Zeidan briefly abducted by revolutionary brigade amid government-militia tensions
Former Gaddafi officer declares parliament suspension and calls for military rule
Former Gaddafi general begins military campaign against Islamist militias in Benghazi
Misrata militias attack Zintan forces controlling Libya's main airport
Islamist-backed alliance begins military campaign to counter General Haftar's Operation Dignity
Islamic State executes kidnapped workers on Mediterranean beach in propaganda video
Government of National Accord formed to end political division and dual authority crisis
Islamic State militants assault energy infrastructure in bid to control Libya's oil wealth
Unity government leadership reaches capital despite political opposition and security concerns
Government-aligned militias begin offensive to retake Islamic State stronghold
Libyan forces complete Operation Bunyan Marsous, eliminating Islamic State territorial control
Libyan National Army captures crucial energy infrastructure from rival militias
Rival Libyan leaders agree to ceasefire and elections in French-mediated talks
Investigation reveals human trafficking and slavery in migrant detention centers
Tebu and Arab tribal militias clash over territory and smuggling routes
International summit fails to bridge divisions between rival Libyan factions
Interim government establishment deepens institutional division
International summit planned to coordinate foreign intervention and peace efforts
Libyan National Army begins assault on capital just before UN peace conference
Libyan National Army begins assault on UN-recognized government stronghold
Deadly airstrike on Tajoura facility kills 53 refugees amid international criticism
Ankara and GNA establish Mediterranean claims challenging Greek and Egyptian interests
Turkish parliament approves troop deployment to defend GNA against Haftar offensive
International powers agree on arms embargo enforcement and ceasefire support
Turkish-backed government troops break siege of Tripoli and recapture key areas
Private military contractors bolster Haftar forces with advanced weaponry
Sisi declares Sirte-Jufra red line as GNA advance threatens Egyptian security
Historic deal ends fighting and establishes framework for foreign troop withdrawal
UN-backed process selects interim leadership to guide country to December elections
Turkish and Russian forces remain despite October 2020 withdrawal commitments
Armed group assault on petroleum facility kills workers and disrupts production
December polls cancelled as candidates dispute eligibility and institutions clash
Eastern-based legislature appoints rival PM, creating dual government crisis
Political crisis triggers oil shutdown reducing daily output to 100,000 barrels
Government-aligned groups fight over influence as political crisis deepens
Drafting committee struggles with federal vs unitary state disputes
High-level talks aim to resolve political deadlock and restart democratic transition
Smuggling networks exploit political chaos to facilitate dangerous sea crossings
Mediterranean storm Daniel causes dam failures killing thousands in eastern Libya
Eastern-based legislature escalates constitutional crisis over unity government
Political disputes over bank leadership cause economic chaos and inflation surge
National Oil Corporation reports output surge amid political stabilization efforts
Operation Sophia successor increases Mediterranean migration interdiction efforts
Security Council debates UNSMIL future amid calls for mission downsizing
Southern Libya tribes gather to address conflicts and resource disputes
Armed groups seize bank officials as oil production halts over governance disputes
Parliament and government clash over candidate eligibility and voting procedures
Unified delegation attends climate summit highlighting environmental challenges
2024 review shows economic recovery and security improvements despite governance crisis
International pressure mounts for electoral breakthrough as political deadlock persists
Wagner Group successors control key military bases as foreign interference complicates peace efforts
Oil production halted at major fields as rival governments escalate economic warfare
Major conference attracts global investment and reconstruction commitments
Mid-2025 assessment shows institutional improvements amid ongoing political divisions
Libya continues to struggle with divided authority between competing governments and militias