Libya marks on Friday the first anniversary of the revolution, with new leader Mustafa Abdul Jalil pedges to be strict against instability.

New Libyan Leader, Mustafa Abdul Jalil

Libya marks on Friday the first anniversary of the revolution, with new leader Mustafa Abdul Jalil pedges to be strict against instability.

New authorities set up fresh check-points in the capital Tripoli, Benghazi, the eastern birthplace of the uprising, the western port city of Misrata and other towns.
There were no any official celebrations at a national level as a mark of respect for the thousands of people killed in the bloody crackdown by former leader Muammar Gaddafi, who was captured and slain on October 20.

But spontaneous commemorations began nationwide in cities and towns led by residents of Benghazi, the city which first rose against Gaddafi’s 42-year-old regime.

Benghazi residents have organized a function later Friday to formally celebrate the anniversary, which is expected to be attended by Abdul Jalil, interim Prime Minister Abdel Rahim al-Kib and other dignitaries.
Abdul Jalil warned that the revolutionary spirit of Libya and its stability will not be compromised in any way.

"We opened our arms to all Libyans, whether they supported the revolution or not. But this tolerance does not mean we are incapable of dealing with the stability of our country," he said in a television address late Thursday.

"We will be tough towards people who threaten our stability. The revolutionaries are ready to respond to any attack aimed at destabilizing" the country, Abdul Jalil said.