Mon Feb 21, 2011 9:31AM
Interview with professor of international law Syed Wasif from Washington
Libya has witnessed brutal crackdowns on anti-government protests amid rumors that the long-time ruler, Muammar Gaddafi, has fled the country with his family.
In an interview with Press TV, Syed Wasif, a professor of international law in Washington shares his thoughts on the Libyan protests. Below is a rush transcript of the interview.
Press TV: The latest word is that Muammar Gaddafi, with his family, is out of Libya. Is this a new beginning for Libya?
Wasif: Of course, it is going to be a beginning -- not just for Libya, but I think for the entire region, because the people of Libya have been a victim of brutal rule over the last almost five decades. They have been deprived of their social, political, economic and educational rights. They have been living in poverty despite the fact that Libya is one of the richest countries having its oil resources; but due to corruption, the people have been deprived of their rights.
Press TV: One important thing is the role of the United States. It has always said it prefers stability to democracy. If we want to go for stability, it is going to mean that Muammar Gaddafi is going to have to remain in power in Libya as far as the United States is concerned. What do you think?
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