Libya's chaos, explained in five graphics - News Summed Up

Libya's chaos, explained in five graphics


Fixing Libya is going to take more than a few raids as these five graphics explain. Widespread unrest -- particularly in ISIS-held areas around Sirte and Derna -- have also forced thousands of people from their homes. Taking advantage of the country's political chaos, the militants carried out attacks in Tobruk, Benghazi, Misrata and the capital, Tripoli, as well as on the Al-Ghani oilfield. Libya currently has not one but three ruling powers, all of whom make some claim to be in "government." (CNN) Five short years ago, Libya was one of the wealthiest and most stable nations in Africa.


Source: CNN August 04, 2016 15:00 UTC



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