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1989 in Libya

Explore 1 historical events and records for Libya in 1989.

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Historical records for Libya in 1989

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January

4 January 1989

Second Gulf of Sidra Air Clash

Gaddafi, Muammar · Gulf of Sidra · Leader of the Revolution · Government / Government of Libya

United States aircraft shoot down two Libyan MiG-23 fighters over the Mediterranean.

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