Libya votes amid threats and gunfire after 40 years

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By ONE Liners Agency
July 08, 2012

In over forty years today the Libyans voted what is said to be their first election. Threats and gunfire were heard in some places. A 55-year voter said the country will vote for their fatherland amid shooting takes place or not.

Libya is on the way of conceiving a new nation after the country overthrown Col. Muammar el-Qaddafi.

The shooting and threats of violence came from the protesters who hoped of stopping the vote as they have the fear the 200 new elected member congress may favor the more populous west around Tripoli and also allow them to dominate in the writing of the new constitution of the country.

The protesters in recent days have attacked polling stations and also burned ballots.

The country suffered a dictatorship rule for forty years under Col. Muammar el-Qaddafi.

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Gaddafi's Son Seeks Surrender To International Court

By STAFF Writer
October 27, 2011

LIBYA NEWS - Slain dictator Muammar Gaddafi's fugitive son Saif al-Islam has been reported of seeking surrender to International Criminal Court. Abdel Majid Mlegta, spokesman of National Transitional Council, said the 39-year old has indicated of surrendering to the ICC.

Saif went on the run a week ago when his father met a grisly death at the hands of vengeful Libyan fighters. He has fled to southern desert areas of Libya.

Gaddafi's ex-intelligence chief Abdulla al-Senussi has also been learned of surrendering to the ICC with Saif.

Mr Mlegta said, "They are proposing a way to hand themselves over to The Hague."

A source said Saif wants a third country involvement in a deal to get him to The Hague. Possible he wants Tunisia or Algeria for the deal. Saif wants an aircraft and assurances from the third country.

According to Niger presidential adviser, eight days ago Senoussi had slipped to its nation and was hiding at the Niger-Algeria border in the expanse of dunes.

Saif and Senussi are facing crime against humanity charges for their response to uprising in Libya. International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants against the two and Gaddafi in May this year.

NTC source said this son of Gaddafi out of eight children is concerned about his safety.

Saif al-Islam is a London-educated English-speaking man who was seen by analysts as Gaddafi's heir.

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Muammar Gaddafi Dead At 69, Sirte Captured

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By STAFF Writer
October 20, 2011

Colonel Gaddafi killed in cold blood begging for his life.

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TV footage showed Gaddafi’s corpse being dragged through a Libyan street.

Gaddafi's bloodied corpse was televised live all around the world.

His eyes was half open, a bloodied mouth and blood on his head was seen in footage.

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QUOTES

UN secretary-general Ban Ki-moon

This day marks a historic transition for Libya. In the coming days, we will witness scenes of celebration as well as grief for those who lost so much. Now is the time for all Libyans to come together.

British prime minister David Cameron

People in Libya today have an even greater chance after this news of building themselves a strong and democratic future.

US senator John McCain

The United States, along with our European allies and Arab partners, must now deepen our support for the Libyan people, as they work to make the next phase of their democratic revolution as successful as the fight to free their country.

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Libya LIVE: Latest Developments From Libya As It Happens

March 27 - Fifty Filipinos have flee from Libya to Egypt today after the last call of Philippine government. Earlier, 130 Filipinos had left the rebellion-torn country. Today's last batch reached As Sallum town of Egypt where all are welcomed. According to Philippines Foreign Affairs Assistant Secretary, about 15,000 Filipinos have left Libya. Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) said more than 9100 Filipinos have now returned to Manila.

March 26 - French jets at Misrata destroyed five fighter planes of Gaddafi and also two combat helicopters. The French aircraft also carried out several strikes in Zintan.

March 25 - With the coalition air strikes becoming heavy on government military targets, fear and uncertainties are prevailing in Tripoli. Also, people in this oil-rich country is now scrambling to fill up their tanks. Threat of fuel shortage or even worse condition is looming. May be no fuel at all soon.

March 24 - Unconfirmed reports are there of airstrikes on some government targets in Ajdabiya and Misurata. Amidst these, British Prime Minsiter David Cameron had announced to broaden up the allies effort. Presently it is spearheaded by France, United States and Britain.

March 23 - The United States and allied forces in four day have launched 162 Tomahawk missiles apart from conducting over hundred attacks with precision-guided satellite bombs. Meanwhile, Gaddafi soldiers are conducting attacks in Misurata, 131 miles east of Tripoli, against the civilians.

March 22 - Pentagon says no-fly zone soon to be extended. Officials says the operation in Libya was going on as plans. Col. Moammar Gaddafi still holds the ground forces and it is intended he can use them.

March 21 - Coalition forces destroyed a three-storey military command centre Bab al-Aziza of Libyan government on Sunday night in an air strike in capital Tripoli. Libyan strongman Col. Moammar Gaddafi has used this centre several times for television addresses. In 1986 the centre was bombed by U.S.

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