Why the Islamists faltered in Libya
Libya has a long way to go before it can be considered a success story. But the relatively poor electoral performance of Islamist parties there is a good indication that it has a fighting chance
- 23 July 2012
Intervention in Libya: No regrets
The battle for the new order in Libya is only just beginning. We cannot predict or determine the outcome, but we should not regret that we helped to give the Libyan people the chance to fight it
- 29 November 2011
What's holding the Third-World back? It’s the corruption, stupid.
Getting oil production back online, overcoming ethnic and inter-tribal rivalries, and safeguarding territorial integrity are all challenges ahead for Libya. But none are as big as the challenge to overcome corruption.
- 1 November 2011
Yesterday, BBC Radio Five Live disgraced itself on Libya.
When BBC radio presenters creepily dwell on the ‘disturbing’ way Gaddafi met his end as if to show they ‘care’ or are graciously reminding us all of higher civilised values, they show only their contempt for Libyan suffering - and their stunning ignorance of the world outside their cosy studios.
- 21 October 2011
Instant view: Dead or alive, this is a game changing moment for Libya
While the news breaks about Gaddafi's capture and/or death, we must remember the implications for the Libyan people.
- 20 October 2011
Libya: The fall of Gaddafi is not the panacea we might think.
Deep rooted tribal differences threaten the hope of lasting stability in a country lacking any safety nets. The West must commit to creating one.
- 24 August 2011
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