2008: Italy apologizes to Libya for damages during the colonial era

In Benghazi, Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi apologizes to Libya for damages during the colonial era and provides $5 billion in investment as a form of compensation.

To:

Libya

From:

Italy

Year of Apology:

2008

Footnote:

Lamloum, Imed. “Italy apologizes to Libya for colonial past.” Montreal Gazette. August 31, 2008.