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Appeals for Libya’s ex-spy chief’s extradition

Appeals for Libya’s ex-spy chief’s extradition

France and the ICC have filed requests with Mauritania to extradite Libya’s ex-spy chief Abdullah Senussi as Tripoli insists on putting him on trial.

Libya’s leader strikes out at autonomy bid

Libyan chief Mustafa Abdel Jalil says he will defend national unity ‘with force’ if necessary after a faction declared autonomy for an eastern region.

Gambia unfreezes Libyan assets

Gambia unfreezes Libyan assets

The Gambian Supreme Court has ruled it should lift sanctions on Libya and return the country’s assets to the ruling National Transitional Council.

Libyan diplomat dies after torture

A Libyan diplomat who served as ambassador to France for Muammar Gaddafi died from torture within a day of being detained by a militia from Zintan.

Mugabe slates AU’s recognition of Libya’s NTC

Mugabe slates AU’s recognition of Libya’s NTC

Zimbabwean state media is reporting that President Robert Mugabe has condemned the continent-wide AU for recognising Libya’s NTC at a recent summit.

Gaddafi diehards take back Bani Walid

Gaddafi diehards take back Bani Walid

Reports say at least four people have been killed in clashes between besieged NTC forces and well-organised pro-Muammar Gaddafi fighters.

Libya takes next step towards drafting new constitution

Libya’s National Transitional Council has proposed a draft law for electing an assembly to draft the country’s new constitution.

Envoy appeals to Zuma for help rebuilding Libya

Envoy appeals to Zuma for help rebuilding Libya

An envoy from Libya’s new leaders has asked President Zuma for help in rebuilding the country in the wake of the uprising that ousted Muammar Gaddafi.

Saif al-Islam just a ‘helpless criminal’ waiting for trial

Saif al-Islam just a ‘helpless criminal’ waiting for trial

Officials say Muammar Gaddafi’s son Saif al-Islam is just a "helpless criminal" in the Libyan town of Zintan where he can stay until his trial.

Libya’s NTC unveils government facelift

Libya’s NTC unveils government facelift

Libya’s NTC has named a new government with a line-up that dropped several seasoned officials in favour of appointees who will soothe rivalries.

Saif al-Islam just a ‘helpless criminal’ waiting for trial

Libya appoints new defence minister

Libya’s National Transitional Council has appointed the commander whose forces captured Muammar Gaddafi’s son at the weekend as new defence minister.

Libya’s tug-of-war over al-Islam a test for new government

Libya’s tug-of-war over al-Islam a test for new government

Abdullah al-Senussi and Saif al-Islam Gaddafi’s capture poses a challenge for the NTC who must deal with cries for blood and appeals for a fair trial.

Libya’s ex-spy chief Senussi arrested

Libya’s ex-spy chief Senussi arrested

Libya’s former intelligence chief Abdullah al-Senussi, who is wanted by the International Criminal Court, has been arrested.

Saif al-Islam just a ‘helpless criminal’ waiting for trial

Libya’s Seif al-Islam holed up in NTC stronghold

Libyan militiamen are holding Seif al-Islam in their mountain stronghold following his capture, a month after his father Muammar Gaddafi was killed.

Saif al-Islam just a ‘helpless criminal’ waiting for trial

Libyan jubilation greets Saif al-Islam’s capture

Saif al-Islam Gaddafi has denied being in contact with the ICC while being on the run before his capture by Libyan fighters.

Saif al-Islam just a ‘helpless criminal’ waiting for trial

Gaddafi’s son Saif al-Islam arrested in Libya

The National Transitional Council says ousted Libya leader Muammar Gaddafi’s fugitive son Saif al-Islam has been arrested in the south of the country.

Tensions simmer as Libyan ex-rebels demand a role

Tensions simmer as Libyan ex-rebels demand a role

Former rebel fighters in Libya are raising the stakes by demanding a role in the interim government being formed.

Libyan leaders downplay violent disputes

Libyan leaders downplay violent disputes

Despite continued gunfire and explosions near Tripoli, Libyan officials and fighters say a bloody local dispute has been resolved.

Libya’s interim leader: there’s no place for extremist Islam

Libya’s interim leader: there’s no place for extremist Islam

Libya’s interim leader says the country won’t turn into an extremist Islamic country, adding a new government of experts will be completed next week.

Tunisian court to mull extradition of Libyan ex-PM

A Tunisian court will next week review Tripoli’s demand for the extradition of Libyan ex-prime minister Baghdadi al-Mahmudi.