By Valery Kulikov Founded after the end of the Second World War, the United Nations Organization set itself a primary goal of defending peace and justice in all countries. In furtherance of this goal the UN has sent troops to armed conflicts of all kinds, mounting some 70 peacekeeping missions since 1945. Known as Blue Helmets, some 100,000 military personnel, together with … [Read more...] about The UN is Being Used as a Cover for Criminal Activity in Africa
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Libya: The United States Obstructs Elections, Fearing the Victory of Dr. Saif al-Islam Qaddafi
Editorial Comment: Not only is the US manipulating events to place their own operatives in power, they are also laying the foundation for a protracted civil war and the balkanization of Libya to better serve imperial interests, which extend past Libya’s borders, to threaten all of Africa. – A.V. The United States is following Britain’s example in interfering in … [Read more...] about Libya: The United States Obstructs Elections, Fearing the Victory of Dr. Saif al-Islam Qaddafi
Narrative and Reality of the Libyan Crisis
NATO expresses concern over the crisis in Libya, which “has direct implications for regional stability and the security of all Allies.” It therefore assures that it “remains committed to providing Libya with defense and security advice”. The governments of the US, France, Germany, Italy and the UK declare that “free elections will allow the Libyan people to strengthen their … [Read more...] about Narrative and Reality of the Libyan Crisis
Libyan Elections Got Disrupted by the US and UK Intervention
On 24 December 2021, Libya was scheduled to hold a popular vote for the country’s first president, but it never took place: The Election Commission failed to publish the final list of candidates on time, and on December 21, the head of the Commission, Imad al-Saih, ordered the closing of polling stations. The vote was postponed indefinitely at the last minute because bitter … [Read more...] about Libyan Elections Got Disrupted by the US and UK Intervention
Libya in Chaos and Uncertainty after Suspension of Presidential Elections
By Yoselina Guevara The High National Electoral Commission of Libya announced on Wednesday, December 22 the postponement of the presidential elections, suggesting that the first round of voting be postponed to January 24, 2022. In a statement, the Commission said that it will be the House of Representatives who will set the official date within the next thirty days, in … [Read more...] about Libya in Chaos and Uncertainty after Suspension of Presidential Elections
Libya: 5+5 Joint Military Committee Sign on Action Plan to Remove All Foreign Forces and Mercenaries
The 5+5 Joint Military Commission (JMC) concluded today in Geneva a three-day meeting where they agreed on and signed a comprehensive Action Plan for the gradual, balanced and simultaneous removal of all foreign forces and mercenaries from Libya. A statement published today by UNSMIL said the Action Plan was in alignment with the Ceasefire Agreement of 23 October 2020 and … [Read more...] about Libya: 5+5 Joint Military Committee Sign on Action Plan to Remove All Foreign Forces and Mercenaries
Egypt’s Growing International Renown is Undeniable
Egypt, which has been steadily strengthening its role in the Arab world since the second half of the twentieth century, has uninterruptedly enhanced its authority on the international stage, and is now firmly in a noteworthy position. Recently, very important talks were held in Cairo between Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi. … [Read more...] about Egypt’s Growing International Renown is Undeniable
Libya Amid External and Internal Challenges
As Libya’s first-ever presidential election is approaching on December 24, the situation in that country is becoming increasingly tense. On September 21, 89 members of Libya’s unicameral parliament passed a vote of no confidence in the Government of National Unity. However, Mohamed al-Raed, a member of the House of Representatives, later said that in his view, the vote of no … [Read more...] about Libya Amid External and Internal Challenges
What Keeps the Political Situation in Libya So Fragile?
As is well known, under the agreements reached at the Forum of the Libyan Political Dialogue in Tunisia, the first presidential election in the history of Libya will be held on December 24, 2021. However, so far, the development of the situation has followed a pattern similar to that of Afghanistan. There are many groups vying for influence, not necessarily ethnically based, … [Read more...] about What Keeps the Political Situation in Libya So Fragile?
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