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International Relations: A Pariah on the World Stage

Gaddafi positioned himself as a revolutionary champion against Western imperialism, supporting insurgencies and revolutionary movements across Africa and the Middle East. His support for Palestinian groups and his backing of anti-colonial efforts reinforced his image as a radical leader. However, his ties to terrorism—particularly the infamous Lockerbie bombing—led to intense international isolation, especially from the United States, marking Libya as a state sponsor of terrorism.