Muammar Ghadhafi
Muammar Ghadhafi was the controversial Libyan leader who ruled Libya from 1969 until his death in 2011. Known for his eccentric personality and authoritarian regime, Ghadhafi was a significant figure in Middle Eastern politics, often promoting pan-Arabism and later pan-Africanism. His government was marked by widespread human rights abuses and he was frequently criticized by international organizations. Ghadhafi gained notoriety for his confrontational foreign policy, including strained relations with Western nations, and was involved in numerous international incidents. His reaction to the Swiss decision to ban minarets in 2009, where he called for a jihad against Switzerland, exemplified his provocative rhetoric and stance against perceived Western aggression towards Islam.
Born on Jun 07, 1942 (83 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | 1 | 2.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 7,839 | $700,000 | 634$ |
| Totals | 1 | 8,654,622 | 7,839 | $700,000 | 634$ |
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Muammar Ghadhafi calls for a jihad against Switzerland in response to the minaret ban.
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