Fiasco Benghazi: Episode 2 - We Will Stay Here
Sep 8, 2025
Brian Linville, a U.S. Army Colonel and diplomatic liaison, shares gripping insights from his time in Tripoli during Libya's revolution. Iman Bougegis, an orthodontist and protest leader, discusses her experiences in the fight against Gaddafi. They delve into the chaotic months leading up to the Benghazi attack, detailing the pivotal roles American diplomats played and the internal conflicts faced by Libyans. Together, they highlight the complex dynamics of loyalty within Gaddafi's regime and the challenges of establishing a new political order amidst unrest.
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Escort Of A Gaddafi Son
- Brian Linville accompanied Khamis Gaddafi on part of his U.S. tour and later realized they'd end up on opposite sides of the conflict.
- Linville described Hamis as cautious about his Gaddafi identity yet commanding an elite brigade back home.
Arab Spring's Rapid Domino Effect
- The Arab Spring's uprisings spread rapidly and unpredictably across the region, reshaping politics.
- Kamis returned to Libya anticipating he'd play a role suppressing protests, showing regional events' fast influence.
Benghazi's Day Of Rage
- Iman Bougegis joined Benghazi protests that shifted from modest reforms to demands for Gaddafi's ouster.
- Protesters reclaimed Libya's old flag and sang "We will stay here," marking an emotional return of national identity.
