Muammar al-Gaddafi, born on June 7, 1942, was the former Prime Minister of Libya. He led a military coup in 1969, overthrowing King Idris and becoming the highest leader of Libya. During his rule, Gaddafi implemented a series of social and economic reforms, but also faced criticism from the international community. In 2011, amid the Libyan civil war, Gaddafi was overthrown and subsequently killed on October 20.
Richard A. Falk is a renowned international law scholar, born on November 13, 1930. He has extensive research and teaching experience in the fields of international law and international relations.
Susan Rice is an American diplomat and academic who served as the United States Ambassador to the United Nations under President Barack Obama. She is recognized for her influence on U.S. foreign policy and her dedication to human rights advocacy.
Zbigniew Brzezinski was a Polish-American political scientist and diplomat who served as the United States National Security Advisor under President Jimmy Carter from 1977 to 1981. He is known for his influential role in shaping U.S. foreign policy during the Cold War and his advocacy for a multi-polar world.
Tariq Ramadan is an Egyptian-born Swiss Islamic philosopher, writer, and academic. He is recognized for his contributions to contemporary Islamic thought and his advocacy for an Islamic reformation. Ramadan was born on August 26, 1962.
Former Prime Minister of Israel, politician, lawyer, born on September 30, 1945. Ehud Olmert has been active in Israeli politics for many years and served as Prime Minister of Israel.
Former Prime Minister of Israel, born on March 1, 1922, and died on November 4, 1995. He played a significant role in Israeli history, known for his political wisdom and peace efforts.
Elliott Abrams is an American lawyer born on January 24, 1948. He has extensive experience in international law and foreign policy, having held several government positions.
John Pilger is a British journalist renowned for his in-depth investigative reporting and exposure of social injustice. Born on October 9, 1939, he has won numerous international journalism awards throughout his career.
Feisal Abdul Rauf, born in 1948, is an Imam known for his work in promoting interfaith dialogue and understanding between Muslims and other religious groups. He has been involved in various initiatives aimed at fostering peace and tolerance.