Introducing Fiasco: Benghazi — The Dictator
American Prestige
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Diplomatic Dynamics: The U.S. and Libya in Transition
This chapter explores the complex evolution of U.S.-Libya relations during the late 1990s and early 2000s under Muammar Gaddafi's leadership. It highlights critical negotiations regarding Libya's abandonment of weapons of mass destruction, while revealing the geopolitical motivations that shaped interactions between the two nations. The narrative also follows a diplomat's journey into Libya, reflecting on the historical context and contrasting views within the diplomatic community regarding engagement with Islamist groups.
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