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THE ARAB SPRING

What is the “Arab Spring”? A term for the

revolutionary wave of demonstrations and protests (both non-violent and violent), riots, and civil wars in the Arab world that began on 18 December 2010. Also known as the

“Arab Awakening”

How the Arab Spring began… If you were going to guess the country where a

revolution in the Arab world originated, and which spread to many other nations in the the Arab world, which nation would you guess?

Key Events in Libyan Civil War March 19, 2011:

NATO starts bombing Libya. After a debate, the United Nations Security Council voted to impose a no-fly zone over Libya. The resolution called for international military

action to protect civilians.

August 21: Rebel fighters enter Tripoli, reporting little resistance. Rebels reach Green Square and rename it

Martyrs' Square. October 20, 2011:

National Transitional Council (NTC) confirms that Muammar Gaddafi has died of his wounds after being captured near Sirte, his hometown.