Thursday, May 26, 2011

Is Gaddafi Searching For A Way Out?



Battered Libya Sues For Peace -- The Independent

As President Obama vows 'We will not relent until the shadow of tyranny is lifted', Gaddafi's Prime Minister offers Nato a ceasefire, amnesty for rebels, reconciliation, constitutional government – and an exit strategy.

The Libyan regime is preparing to make a fresh overture to the international community, offering concessions designed to end the bloodshed of the three-month-long civil war.

The Independent has obtained a copy of a letter from the country's Prime Minister, Al-Baghdadi al-Mahmoudi, being sent to a number of foreign governments. It proposes an immediate ceasefire to be monitored by the United Nations and the African Union, unconditional talks with the opposition, amnesty for both sides in the conflict, and the drafting of a new constitution.

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Update: Libya: regime negotiates Col Muammar Gaddafi's position for first time -- The Telegraph

My Comment: I am skeptical that someone like Gaddafi is interested in accommodating his opponents. But .... I would not be surprised if there are many in his inner circle who are now concerned that as the war continues, their situation will degrade with time .... and in the end .... through attrition .... they will lose.

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