Armed Groups in Libya: Typology and Roles

This document (written in mid-2012) provides a basic analysis of armed groups in Libya at that time. It puts forward a basic typology and explores the emerging tension between groups based on tribal. Political and religious affiliations. Although outdated it provides a useful summary of the emergence of the militia and challenges associated with weapons control and management Further useful documents can be found in their publications: http://www.smallarmssurvey.org/publications/