Gaddafi's Complex Legacy

This chapter explores the rise of Muammar al-Qaddafi, detailing his ambitions to unify Arab nations and reshape geopolitical dynamics through Libya's oil wealth. It highlights Gaddafi's controversial support for global terrorism, exemplified by the Lockerbie bombing and U.S. airstrikes in retaliation. The narrative also examines the fluctuating relationship between Gaddafi's regime and the United States, culminating in Libya's decision to abandon weapons of mass destruction, showcasing the multifaceted challenges and legacies of his rule.