Introduction to International Politics

Foreign Event Analysis

Locale		Libya
Title		The Reign of Gaddafi Ends
Summary		Gaddafi has recently died and so has his reign of terror. Now, there is a possibility of a democratic system for Libya. Gaddafi was killed during the battle near his hometown of Sirte between his loyalist and anti-loyalist.
Analysis		Gaddafi recently died of wounds near his hometown of Sirte. He was killed and it was reported by the National Transition Council that he was hit in the head. There has been an ongoing battle to eliminate Gaddafi’s loyalists. One rumor is that Gaddafi was found hiding in a hole. Nevertheless, too many of the Libyan people, his capture and death has brought about much liberation. Gaddafi’s reign has brought about a brutal era. Gaddafi’s death may bring about a new democratic system for the nation. A new era of uplifting spirits and liberation.
Perspective		Liberal
In-Region URL		http://www.ngrguardiannews.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=65010:libyans-others-celebrate-the-end-of-an-autocratic-leader&catid=98:africa&Itemid=557
Out-of-Region URL		http://www.chinapost.com.tw/international/africa/2011/10/20/320467/Gaddafi-killed.htm
Submitted		October 21, 2011 at 03:42 am