
Hussain al-Shafi
Former prisoner at Abu Salim, arrested in 1989 for criticizing Muammar Gaddafi. He recounts his experiences and the Abu Salim massacre.
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Sep 8, 2025 • 48min
Benghazi: Episode 1 - The Dictator
Hussain al-Shafi, a former prisoner at Abu Salim, shares his harrowing experiences of dissent against Muammar Gaddafi's regime. He recounts the brutal realities of imprisonment and the notorious Abu Salim massacre. Gaddafi's oppressive tactics and the atmosphere of fear in Libya are vividly portrayed, connecting the past to the chaotic events surrounding the Benghazi attack. Al-Shafi's story uncovers the human cost of political repression and the struggle for justice amid the tumultuous backdrop of Libyan history.