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We have decided to recognize the Libyan National Council as the only legitimate talking partner for bilateral relations
Italy officially recognizes Libyan rebels Apr 04, 2011
A temporary financial mechanism will make it possible for funds to reach the [anti-Gadhafi] Libyan National Council in an effective, transparent way
Nations talk funding for Libya rebels May 05, 2011
We are making a crucial contribution to stability in one of the most sensitive areas in the Middle East region
Bomb injures peacekeepers in Lebanon May 28, 2011
Money mechanism takes time, the loans are expected to be flown into Libya in the next few weeks, and in the meantime we expect the [council] to come up with a more detailed political transition plan after the Gadhafi regime
Countries pledge aid to Libyan rebels Jun 09, 2011
There will be 200-300 people at this assembly, people who will really represent the whole of Libya
Libyan tribal leaders to meet in Rome Jun 16, 2011
Franco Frattini (born 14 March 1957 in Rome) is an Italian politician, currently serving as Italy's Foreign minister in the Berlusconi Cabinet. Before 8 May 2008 he served as European Commissioner for Justice, Freedom and Security and one of five vice-presidents of the 27-member Barroso Commission.
Initially a member of the Italian Socialist Party, Frattini has been a member of Silvio Berlusconi's government since 2001, and Foreign minister of Italy since 14 November 2002; he is also a member of the centre-right party People of Freedom.
On 4 November 2004, he was nominated to take up the Justice and security portfolio in the Commission, in place of the controversial Rocco Buttiglione (who outed Frattini as a Freemason). His resignation from the Italian government took effect on 18 November. Deputy Prime Minister Gianfranco Fini succeeded him as Foreign Minister. Frattini has outlined his key priorities as: fundamental Rights and citizenship; the fight against terrorism and organised crime; immigration and asylum, visa and border issues; closer co-operation between police, judicial and customs authorities; ensuring all EU citizens have the same access to justice; and the Rights of the Child.