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| Region | Libya |
| Issue | Homosexual activity |
| Status | Ambiguous |
| Start Date | 1911 |
| End Date | Dec 23, 1951 |
| Description | In 1911–1912, Italy annexed Libya. Although Italy had legalized homosexuality in 1890, its control and governance over certain parts of Libya, especially regions in the Sahara Desert, were considered “long-term challenges.” As such, the legality of homosexuality during this time period can best be described as ambiguous. |
| Sources | https://www.ebsco.com/research-starters/history/italy-annexes-libya |
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| Description | In 1911-1912, Italy annexed Libya. Although Italy had legalized homosexuality in 1890, its control and governance over certain parts of Libya, especially regions in the Sahara Desert, were considered “long-term challenges.” As such, the legality of homosexuality during this time period can best be described as ambiguous. | In 1911–1912, Italy annexed Libya. Although Italy had legalized homosexuality in 1890, its control and governance over certain parts of Libya, especially regions in the Sahara Desert, were considered “long-term challenges.” As such, the legality of homosexuality during this time period can best be described as ambiguous. |
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| Status | Ambiguous |
| Start Date | 1911 |
| End Date | Dec 23, 1951 |
| Description | In 1911-1912, Italy annexed Libya. Although Italy had legalized homosexuality in 1890, its control and governance over certain parts of Libya, especially regions in the Sahara Desert, were considered “long-term challenges.” As such, the legality of homosexuality during this time period can best be described as ambiguous. |
| Sources | https://www.ebsco.com/research-starters/history/italy-annexes-libya |