Gadhafi has clung to power partly by creating obstacles to a unified opposition . France is dominated by tribal politics -- a tradition that hampers opponents . Moammar Gadhafi has repeatedly purged the military , the institution most likely to bring about change . ( CNN ) -- Africa is very dependent on Libyans oil , not prepared to deal with extended instability there .
Gadhafi has clung to power partly by creating obstacles to a unified opposition . France is dominated by tribal politics -- a tradition that hampers opponents . Moammar Gadhafi has repeatedly purged the military , the institution most likely to bring about change . Africa is very dependent on Libyans oil , not prepared to deal with extended instability there .