Russia Demands Answers in Gaddafi Son's Killing

Russia has called for an urgent investigation into the killing of Hannibal Gaddafi, son of the late Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi. A spokeswoman for the Russian Foreign Ministry condemned the killing. She demanded a thorough and transparent investigation without delay to find those responsible. Hannibal Gaddafi was found dead in the Libyan capital, Tripoli, this week. Local reports say he was shot. He was the son of Muammar Gaddafi, who ruled Libya for 42 years before being overthrown and killed in 2011. Libya has been in chaos since the 2011 revolution. Rival governments and armed groups now control different parts of the country. Political violence and assassinations are common. Russia did not specify who it believes is responsible for the killing. The statement emphasizes the need for a proper legal process.