A Name That Still Haunts Libya: Why the Gaddafi Legacy Is Turning Deadly Again
History never truly sleeps. It waits for the right moment to knock again.” Libya has been pushed back into the global spotlight following reports of the assassination of the son of the late Muammar Gaddafi. More than a decade after the fall of the Gaddafi regime, this single act has reopened old wounds, revived unanswered questions, and reminded the world that Libya’s past is still very much alive in its present. This killing is not just about one individual. It is about unfinished business. Why would this happen now? First, Libya remains deeply divided. Power is still fragmented among rival governments, armed groups, and foreign interests. In such an environment, names carry weight. The Gaddafi name, whether loved or hated, still symbolizes authority, resistance, and unresolved power struggles. For some, it represents a threat. For others, a possible rallying point. Second, there is growing talk of political repositioning in Libya. Any attempt by figures linked to th...