Libya: Saif al-Islam Gaddafi assassinated

Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, son of former Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi, has been confirmed dead in Libya, according to Maghrebi Week on February 9.

The announcement was made by his political adviser, though details of the circumstances remain unclear and speculation continues.

His death comes amid renewed political talks and has revived debate over Libya’s unresolved conflicts, future elections and the Gaddafi legacy.

Magherbi Week