United States Economic Sanctions
The United States imposes broad economic sanctions against Libya over alleged support for terrorism.
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1986 in Libya
Explore 7 historical events and records for Libya in 1986.
Historical records for Libya in 1986
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January
March
Gulf of Sidra Clash
United States and Libyan forces clash over Libya's maritime claim in the Gulf of Sidra.
April
Berlin Discotheque Bombing Allegation
The United States accuses Libya of directing the bombing of the La Belle discotheque.
Operation El Dorado Canyon
The United States attacks Libyan facilities after linking the government to international terrorism.
United States Bombing of Benghazi
United States aircraft strike military targets around Benghazi during Operation El Dorado Canyon.
United States Bombing of Tripoli
Gaddafi survives United States air strikes on Tripoli during Operation El Dorado Canyon.
Other events (month unknown)
Gulf of Sidra Territorial Claim
Gaddafi maintains that the Gulf of Sidra south of his declared line forms Libyan waters.
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