During her address, Clinton told the diplomatic community that the Libyan leader should leave power. She also urged African leaders to expel pro-Gadhafi diplomats from their countries and suspend the operations of Libyan embassies.
Clinton further asked African leaders to work with the Libyan opposition who have been fighting with the north African country’s government since the month of February, 2011.
“I know it is true that over many years Mr. Gaddafi has played a major role in providing financial support for many African nations and institutions, including the African Union. It has become clear by the day that he has lost his legitimacy to rule and that we are long past the day when he can remain in power,” said Hilary Clinton.
The African Union Commission, which has yet to demand the departure of the embattled Libyan leader, has been struggling to introduce a road map that gives precedence to dialogue and calls for a ceasefire in the northern African country.
The commission’s initiative has lacked a much needed support from Western countries, who have instead backed military intervention in Libya.
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