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# Libya

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Gaddafi's body being kept in shopping centre freezer

The dictator’s remains have reportedly been hidden there to keep them safe from angry crowds. (Warning: extremely graphic image).

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Oct 21st 2011, 5:28 PM

How and why did the west change its view of Gaddafi?

Regarded as an ally post 9/11, the western world’s view of Gaddafi changed drastically in a matter of months. Here’s what world leaders were saying about the Colonel then and what they say now.

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Oct 21st 2011, 12:04 PM

Poll: Should Gaddafi corpse photos have made the front page?

Most newspapers – international and Irish – have opted to put graphic photos of a dying or dead Gaddafi on their cover this morning. How do you feel about seeing them there?

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Oct 21st 2011, 10:53 AM

Good Morning

The 9 at 9 Nine things to know this morning…

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Oct 21st 2011, 8:34 AM

Watch: new video and details of moments after Gaddafi's capture emerge

Accounts differ on just how exactly Gaddafi died.

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Oct 21st 2011, 8:22 AM

# Libyans in Ireland

In pictures: Libyans in Ireland celebrate the death of Gaddafi

O’Connell Street has been the scene of celebration for Libyans living in Ireland tonight.

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Oct 20th 2011, 9:58 PM

Gaddafi son dead along with other loyalists as details of Sirte battle emerge

Mutassim Gaddafi is reported to have been killed in Sirte today. The fate of other regime loyalists is unclear but some have also died.

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Oct 20th 2011, 9:40 PM

The Daily Fix: Thursday

In tonight’s Fix: Muammar Gaddafi is dead; the Race for the Áras continues apace with less than a week to polling day, and how one Tullamore pub is celebrating the death of a despot…

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Oct 20th 2011, 7:59 PM

In pictures: Libya announces that Gaddafi is dead

Celebrations have been seen on the streets of Libya as the interim government confirms that Colonel Muammar Gaddafi has been killed.

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Oct 20th 2011, 7:00 PM

"Wow...huh...": how the world reacted to Gaddafi's death

Hillary Clinton, Ban Ki Moon and Eamon Gilmore have been among those reacting to the death of Muammar Gaddafi in Sirte today.

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Oct 20th 2011, 5:39 PM

Libya – ‘We announce to the world that Muammar Gaddafi has been killed’

A video has emerged which claims to show Gaddafi’s corpse (not main picture here) as National Transitional Council in Libya confirms the ousted leader was captured and died of his wounds.

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Oct 20th 2011, 5:17 PM

Evening Wrap

The 5 at 5 5 minutes, 5 stories, 5 o’clock…

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Oct 20th 2011, 4:49 PM

In pictures and videos: the life of 'mad dog' Muammar Gaddafi

With the announcement of the former Libyan leader’s death in his home town of Sirte today we look back at the events which shaped him and his country…

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Oct 20th 2011, 3:58 PM

Gaddafi's hometown taken by Libyan forces

Libyan fighters for the interim government have reportedly hoisted their flag over the city of Sirte, the last hold-out of those loyal to former leader Muammar Gaddafi.

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Oct 20th 2011, 11:41 AM

Libyans bulldoze Gaddafi's Tripoli compound

The revolutionary brigade said the area – once a “symbol of tyranny” – will be turned into a public park accessible to all Libyans.

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Oct 17th 2011, 11:43 AM

The cost of a revolution? Libya's rulers open their books to reveal expenditure

The interim government has publicly revealed spending details amid questions over its legitimacy. Meanwhile fighters in Sirte have made further gains.

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Oct 11th 2011, 8:37 AM

Good Morning

The 9 at 9 Nine things to know this morning…

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Oct 11th 2011, 8:34 AM

Libyan rebels tighten grip on loyalist stronghold Sirte

Revolutionary fighters have taken control of most of the town, one of the last remaining Gaddafi loyalist holdouts.

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Oct 9th 2011, 2:02 PM

Sitdown Sunday: 7 deadly reads

The very best of the week’s writing from around the globe.

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Oct 9th 2011, 11:00 AM

Good Morning

The 9 at 9 Nine things you should know this morning…

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Oct 9th 2011, 8:52 AM

Fierce battle under way for Gaddafi's final stronghold

Rebels are mounting a “final push” into Sirte, fighting running street battles with loyalist snipers.

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Oct 8th 2011, 3:00 PM

Libyan forces launch attack on Gaddafi stronghold

The country’s transitional government has launched the attack on Gaddafi’s hometown Sirte, using tank and mortar fire.

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Oct 7th 2011, 10:07 AM

Gaddafi wanted to be 'like the Queen of England'

An investigation into the six-month campaign to overthrow the now fugitive Colonel has revealed his desperate attempts to retain some semblance of control.

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Oct 3rd 2011, 3:33 PM

Libyan interim leaders announce new government and vow to step down

Meanwhile, the push to control Gaddafi’s home town of Sirte.

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Oct 3rd 2011, 3:21 PM

The Daily Fix: Thursday

In tonight’s Fix: the latest from the Race for the Áras; meet the new frontman of INXS; the latest from Libya and why it’s been a good day for Angela Merkel.

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Sep 29th 2011, 8:10 PM

Libyan rebels said to have captured airport in Gaddafi stronghold of Sirte

Meanwhile, the ousted leader is reportedly being sheltered by nomadic tribesman in the Sahara desert.

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Sep 29th 2011, 2:11 PM

Fidel Castro labels Obama's UN speech 'gibberish'

The former Cuban leader has dismissed Barack Obama’s recent UN speech and condemned Nato’s campaign in Libya as a “monstrous crime”.

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Sep 27th 2011, 12:09 PM

Libyan oil wells back in production for first time since outbreak of war

However the flow of gas supplies may not resume for another month.

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Sep 26th 2011, 2:28 PM

Mass grave with bodies of over 1,200 prisoners reported in Libya

NTC officials say the victims of a 1996 massacre by the Gaddafi regime.

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Sep 25th 2011, 5:54 PM

Sitdown Sunday: 7 deadly reads

The very best of the week’s writing from around the globe.

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Sep 25th 2011, 11:00 AM

Rebels push into Gaddafi hometown of Sirte as loyalists fight on

Meanwhile, the National Transitional Council says it will announce a new interim government next week.

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Sep 24th 2011, 7:36 PM

Gaddafi strongholds fall but battles continue for Sirte and Bani Walid

Meanwhile, the US ambassador is back in Tripoli as the US reopens its diplomatic offices there.

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Sep 22nd 2011, 12:29 PM

The Daily Fix: Saturday

In tonight’s Fix: Has Norris got the numbers for the Áras and what about McGuinness?; which country looks set to legalise same-sex marriage; and have you seen Ireland’s version of the Haka?

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Sep 17th 2011, 7:54 PM

Libya: Fierce battles continue for Gaddafi strongholds

In Bani Walid and Gaddafi’s hometown of Sirte the resistance continues. The whereabouts of the Colonel himself remain unknown.

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Sep 17th 2011, 6:25 PM

UN approves Libya seat for former rebels

The UN gave strong backing to Libya’s former rebels yesterday by handing their National Transitional Council the country’s UN seat.

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Sep 17th 2011, 2:11 PM

Libyan forces pull back after fierce battles in Gaddafi's hometown

Fighting between pro-Gaddafi and anti-regime fighers intensified today in Bani Walid as revolutionary forces advanced on Sirte, Gaddafi’s hometown.

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Sep 16th 2011, 7:01 PM

Cameron and Sarkozy visit Libya

The leaders of France and Britain are travelling to Libya today to welcome country’s new rulers – however fighting is still continuing between NTC forces and Gaddafi loyalists.

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Sep 15th 2011, 8:36 AM

Good Morning

The 9 at 9 Nine things you need to know by 9am: ESB workers to vote on strike action, is Norris preparing for one last tilt at the Áras? And Ireland’s newest blogger – you’ve probably heard of him…

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Sep 15th 2011, 8:34 AM

Cameron and Sarkozy to visit Libya, says Libyan official

The British and French leaders are expected in Libya tomorrow, an Libyan official told the Associated Press.

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Sep 14th 2011, 8:50 PM

Good Morning

The 9 at 9 Nine things to know by 9am: Four in court over halting site slavery, Amnesty finds human rights abuses on both sides in Libya, and more pressure on Ryan Tubridy…

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Sep 13th 2011, 8:29 AM

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