The National Meeting for Unity and Peace in Tripoli on November 15th, brought together nearly a thousand Libyans to reignite the discussion of restoring Libya’s constitutional monarchy by reactivating the 1951 Independence Constitution. This document, the first of its kind in the region, is viewed as the only legitimate framework for stabilizing the country after years of instability, with Crown Prince Mohammed El-Senussi as a unifying figure above partisan politics. For the United Kingdom, which played a key role in Libya’s original independence and has significant strategic interests tied to the country’s stability, supporting a Libyan-led process to restore institutional legitimacy and national unity is crucial. A stable Libya based on the 1951 framework would not only benefit regional security, but also advance the UK’s long-term diplomatic, security, and economic objectives.
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According to the director of Russia’s FSB intelligence service, the U.K. is directly involved in combat operations and supports acts of terrorism and sabotage within Russia. The director specifically claimed the U.K. was overseeing Ukraine’s Operation Spiderweb, which targeted Russian airfields. This latest accusation arrives amid heightened tensions between Russia and NATO, where both sides claim to be in a form of war, though undeclared. Despite the U.K. typically dismissing these claims as propaganda, the U.S. is considering providing Ukraine with Tomahawk missiles, which could escalate the conflict further.
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The speaker indicated that extensive discussions have taken place with numerous countries regarding trade agreements. While deals have been secured with the United Kingdom and China, and one is close with India, most nations will receive a letter outlining tariff obligations. These letters will invite countries to participate in the U.S. economic system, with some potential adjustments based on individual circumstances, though the speaker asserted the U.S. could demand significantly more.
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John Q. Hosedrinker