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Libya's Peace Process Moves Forward — But So Does the Islamic State
Libya named a new national unity government on Tuesday — a small but important step toward ending the nation's bloody, multi-party civil war. Looming over the ordeal is the specter of the Islamic State, which is expanding a mini-state in Sirte.
Libya's Future Is Up in the Air as Political Talks Between Rival Governments Collapse
These negotiations are the international community's attempt to retain Libya as some sort of viable state. Meanwhile, a power vacuum has allowed people-smugglers and Islamist militants to gain an edge in the chaos.
Anniversary of Muammar Qaddafi's Death Coincides with Failed Peace Talks in Libya
In the years since Qaddafi's fall, Libya has been torn apart by political instability, militia violence, and Islamist extremist groups.
Naval Ship Hit During Deadly Clashes in Benghazi
At least 243 people have died in recent weeks as pro-government army forces continue their operation to regain control of Libya's second largest city.
In Libya, the New Bosses Are Just Like the Old Boss
As armed militias and corrupt politicians operate unchecked in Libya, opportunism is eliminating any hope of opportunity.
The Libyan Government Just Gave Up, Then Changed Its Mind, Maybe
Libya's interim cabinet said on Tuesday that it would quit and go home, a claim quickly countered by the country's embattled parliament.
Armed Protesters Stormed Libya's Parliament and Shot Two MPs
Demonstrators frustrated with Libya's government attacked the General National Congress in Tripoli on Sunday night.