Military history of Libya
Libyan warlord took a twisted path to Tripoli
Gen. Khalifa Haftar helped put Muammar Gaddafi in power in 1969, spent decades in the US, and then returned for the dictator’s overthrow in 2011. Now, at 75, he’s challenging the internationally recognized Government of National Accord of Libya in a battle for Tripoli.
Reports: Foreign Mercenaries Fighting in Libya
As opposition forces in Libya gain ground, there are reports that Col. Gadhafi has hired foreign mercenaries to help bolster his fight to stay in power. Mohamed Yehia, online editor for the BBC Arabic service in London explains that although the mercenaries don’t get paid very much, it is easier for Gadhafi to hire them […]