The Libyan diplomat who quit as ambassador to India

Published On: February 22, 2011 | Duration: 6 min, 23 sec

In an exclusive interview to NDTV, the Libyan diplomat who quit as Ambassador to India discussed what he describes as "the unbearable atrocities of the Gaddafi regime". Ali Al - Essawi said resigning from his post was the least he could do for his people, who he said, had been attacked using foreign mercenaries and air fire. He also stressed that India must show goodwill and support to the people of Libya, and the world must "end its silence" in support of a country that is fighting for freedom.