LIBYA AFTER GADDAFI: AN ANALYSIS

Abstract

This paper explores the multifaceted challenges that have plagued Libya since the fall of Muammar Gaddafi in 2011. It analyses the country’s descent into political fragmentation, armed conflict, and institutional collapse, while assessing the role of internal divisions, regional actors, and international interventions in shaping Libya’s post-revolution trajectory. Drawing on a wide range of academic literature, policy reports, and recent developments, the study examines key themes such as governance crises, foreign interference, proxy warfare, humanitarian issues, and the struggle for national reconciliation. The analysis finds that Libya's turmoil is not merely a result of domestic rivalries but also a product of overlapping geopolitical agendas. The paper concludes that a sustainable resolution requires a coherent international approach, inclusive political dialogue, and robust support for state-building mechanisms. This study contributes to understanding the complexities of post-conflict reconstruction in deeply divided societies and highlights the urgent need for a unified strategy to stabilise Libya’s future.