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The 2011 uprising created more space for democracy in Libya but civil war and militarism have over taken democracy in almost all areas of the country. Under the regime of Mu’ammar al-Qadhafi, political parties were illegal, and all political activity was strictly monitored. Also see our section on World Democracy and our articles on the Arab Spring.
Arab Spring Year Four: Nation by Nation Analysis
Violence, religious extremism and struggling peaceful democracy movements in Arab Spring Year Four
Libyan Peace Talks Suspended as Violence Spreads
If these peace talks do take place it will be up to the two sides to come to an agreement that will be beneficial for the Libyan people and to restore a civil society where people could live peacefully in their historically troubled country.
Can Peace Talks Reawaken Libya’s Arab Spring?
Hopes rising that major parties serious about new peaceful attempt to reawaken Libya’s Arab Spring
Local Vote in Libya’s Capital Reflects Widening Unease
Persistent violence continues to destabilize nationwide despite local vote in Libya’s Tripoli
Libya March Vents Fury at Continued Benghazi Violence
Continued Benghazi violence and assassinations against government spark protests for peace
Libya Holds Local Votes in Test for Turbulent Country
Libya holds local vote for municipal elections to test leading parties amid increasing turbulence
Protesters Seek End of Libya Militia Rule
Arab Spring continues as protesters push for end of Libya militia rule across troubled country
Women Could be in Danger from Libya Constitution
Draft apparently contains few safeguards for women citizens is in danger from Libya Constitution
After Qaddafi, Putting Libya Back Together
Bizarre reign of Qaddafi is being unraveled as putting Libya back together is blunting democracy