RFI interviews Libya specialist on Kadhafi’s legacy
By The BriefBrief
RFI spoke with Libya specialist Virginie Collombier about what Kadhafism stood for, who still supports it and whether Kadhafi’s removal improved life for Libyans. The interview marks 15 years since rebel fighters captured and killed Kadhafi, ending his 42-year rule; his fall in 2011 was followed by Libya’s division between rival eastern and western governments.
WHO:RFI and Libya specialist Virginie Collombier
WHAT:RFI interviewed Collombier about Kadhafi’s legacy and the continuing influence of Kadhafism.
WHEN:Reported Oct 21, 2026 at 12:50 AM ET
WHERE:Libya
WHY:The interview addressed questions about Kadhafism, its remaining supporters and whether Kadhafi’s removal improved life for Libyans.
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