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The article discusses the condition of Libya following the fall of former Libyan Primary Leader Muammar Muhammad el-Qaddafi. It states that aside from the feuding factions, the threats from the Islamic State have added burden on the country's path towards economic stability and recovery. Businessman Fathi Bashaagha points out the importance of a unified government to save the people and economy out from misery.

The article discusses an increasing amount of conflict amongst tribes and cities in Libya, highlighting the possibility of a full-scale civil war breaking out in the country. Topics addressed include conflicts over Libya's main international airport, the presence of Islamist militant organization Ansar al-Shariah, and militias aligned with Islamist leader Salah Badi and with anti-Islamist leader Khalifa Hifter.

The article looks at the chaos and security issues stemming from the retreat of independent militias in Libyan cities, pursued by civilian protesters and armed groups. Information is provided on the challenges facing Libyan Prime Minister Ali Zeidan as assassinations and bombings attributed to underground extremists increase while government facilities and private properties previously controlled by militias go without management. Attacks on the Libyan Army are also detailed.

The article reports on the demonstration in Benghazi, Libya by anti-Islamists and Islamists in October 2015 to protest the proposal of a unity government, dealing with topics including the country's history and relationship with the U.S..