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9/11 and Gaddafi's Unexpected Reaction
- On September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks occurred, changing the world.
- Gaddafi, surprisingly, expressed horror and offered support to the West.
Gaddafi's Strategic Shift
- Gaddafi's support stemmed from viewing the West as protection against rising radicalism.
- Al-Qaeda's emergence posed a threat to his rule and vision for society.
Lockerbie and Gaddafi's Calculated Moves
- In 1999, Gaddafi handed over Lockerbie suspects after Mandela's intervention.
- He accepted responsibility, paid compensation, but avoided personal culpability.