Flag of Libya (GIF)



The flag of Libya (Arabic: علم ليبيا) features a tricolor design of horizontal red, black, and green bands, with a white crescent and star positioned in the center of the black band. Each element carries profound symbolism. The red stripe represents the bloodshed and sacrifices made for Libyan freedom, while the black symbolizes the dark days endured under Italian occupation. The green stripe signifies the importance of agriculture as a foundational source of wealth for the nation. The white crescent and star hold dual significance, representing both independence and the role of Islam in Libyan society. This flag serves as a powerful emblem of the nation's history, culture, and aspirations for freedom and prosperity.

Proportion:1:2
Adopted:December 24, 1951,
August 3, 2011 (re-adoption)
Designed by:Omar Faiek Shennib
Flag image:Animated GIF (25 frames looped)
Flag emoji code:🇱🇾

The Libya flag is waving on a flagpole rising from the globe.
Libya, officially known as the Libyan State, is a country in the North African Maghreb region. Its capital is Tripoli, and its population is about 6.959 million (2021). According to its land and sea borders, it borders with Algeria, Chad, Egypt, Greece, Italy, Malta, Niger, Sudan, Tunisia, and Turkey.

COUNTRY PROFILE
Capital and largest city:Tripoli
Other major cities:Benghazi,
Misurata
Official language:Arabic
Region:Northern Africa
Ethnic groups:97% Arab and Berber,
3% Others
Religions:96.6% Muslim,
2.7% Christian,
0.7% Others
Nationality name:Libyan
Area:1,759,541 km² (679,363 sq mi)
Population:6.959 million (2021)
Country codes:LY, LBY (ISO 3166)
Internet Top-Level Domain:.ly
Calling code:+218


Keywords: Flag of Libya (Arabic: علم ليبيا), GIF

References:
  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flag_of_Libya

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