In 2011, NATO forces had backed the Libyan revolution to topple Colonel Muammar Gaddafi blamed for decimating his own population. Dr Paul, well-known for his peace initiatives, arrived in Libya on August 5, 2011 upon invitation from the Libyan ruler to assist in the peace efforts. After ten days of negotiation, Gaddafi agreed to end the conflict and organize democratic elections set to end his long reign in Libya. The deal was rejected by Secretary of State Hillary Clinton who wanted the Libyan ruler gone. According to the peace activist, Clinton wanted to set record straight with Gaddafi for refusing to back her for the run-up to the US 2008 election.

Source: The North Africa Journal October 04, 2016 15:56 UTC