This article discusses Libya and the aftermath after they killed their ex- leader Muammar el-Qaddafi. Qaddafi was pushed out of power by a revolt in August, and then sure enough he was killed at the end of October. His followers were killed as well. Since then, the country has decided to write a new constitution and a whole new elected government. One of the main issues now is with the militia. After Qaddafi was thrown out of power, the militiamen were supposed to give up their guns, and they are not. They say that they, “they intend to preserve their autonomy and influence political decisions as ‘guardians of the revolution’.” Since then, there has been revenge killings and clashes between militias in general. Meaning that there is still conflict in Libya even after the main source is gone. On the other hand, the oil production has been restored. The destroyed tanks and land have been patched and made to work again. This is a good thing.
Change overall is not instant, and even though there is still violence in Libya, surely it is less than it was before. It is likely that the people are happier, but it can also be true that they still do not feel one hundred percent safe and relieved with the fighting still happening. It is not a guarantee that the new constitution will solve all the problems, but it is likely to help. Also, now that the oil production is back, that is going to help their economy, and give people jobs, which will help their economic issues as well. Overall, it is looking more positive for Libya at this point.
http://topics.nytimes.com/top/news/international/countriesandterritories/libya/index.html
It's good to see Libya improving, but it is sad because there is still so much violence. The positive point about the violence is that it is decreasing. When the violence disappears, Libya will be in a good condition. It is sad that people can not feel safe in their own home because of all the fighting.
ReplyDeleteSeeing Libya mainly on the up and up is definitely good. The power struggle with militia is far from over - hopefully it can be sorted out peacefully and swiftly. Witnessing citizens having a say in the government and constitution is an awesome event. Hopefully the oil production gives Libya the push it needs.
ReplyDeleteIts great that Libya has such a great resource and as a country they need to use it wisely. Its also nice that the people are starting to get what they want and need. Steps are being made and Libya is a great example of what citizens can do. Other citizens of corupt countries can look at Libya to help their own country.
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