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Gaddafi's Early Popularity
- Muammar Gaddafi's leadership resonated with many young Libyans due to his humble origins and nationalist aspirations.
- He engaged with ordinary people across the country, visiting every corner and talking directly to them, which fostered popularity.
Domestic Progress and Colonial Expulsion
- Gaddafi made impressive strides in economic and social development.
- Expelling colonial powers was a popular move, demonstrating self-determination and a break from the past.
Base Agreements and Nationalist Sentiment
- Gaddafi demanded the withdrawal of American and British military bases from Libya, leveraging nationalist sentiment.
- Although the agreements were expiring soon, he expedited the process to boost support for his regime.