Libyan transition to the Islamists, Islam and the West, NewAgeIslam.com

Islam and the West

19 Aug 2011, NewAgeIslam.Com

Libyan transition to the Islamists

Echoes of Afghanistan Gaddafi's regime might be finished, but a bitterly divided opposition means Libya's troubles may just be starting By Abdel Bari Atwan Libya's Colonel Gaddafi is looking increasingly vulnerable as rebel forces, backed up by Nato, proceed with a well-planned campaign to surround and isolate his powerbase in Tripoli. The key towns of Zawiyah and Surman to the west of the capital and Garyhan to the south have already fallen into rebel hands. The apparent defection of interior minister Nassr al-Mabrouk Abdullah - who arrived in Egypt over the weekend with nine family members – is another serious blow to the regime. Gaddafi is besieged, exhausted and looking for a dignified way out. http://www.newageislam.com/islam-and-the-west/libyan-transition-to-the-islamists-/d/5280