Arab Revolutions in the Third Millennium from a Sociological Perspective (Libya as a Case Study)

Abstract

Talking about the Arab people's revolution in the third millennium seems premature as the issue is still ongoing. Therefore, in this paper, we will discuss the theoretical frameworks proposed in the literature of social sciences, aiming to employ them in diagnosing the current Libyan situation. Our objectives include analyzing and interpreting the reality and prospects of Arab revolutions, understanding the reality of the Libyan people, and identifying effective local and international means to overcome the current crisis. We rely on the descriptive method, as it provides data and facts that helped the researcher to outline a general picture of the study subject. Through sociological analysis, several key results were identified, including the need for a comprehensive theory for Arab revolutions and the criteria for their success or failure, such as economic reforms, job opportunities, basic services, security, freedom, democracy, and social justice.