27.05.2017 - 11:17 It’s crucial that all our citizens – particularly young people who have grown up in times of peace – understand what NATO is and what we do. Our continued success depends on our citizens understanding the essential role that NATO plays in our security, on which our prosperity is based. We will remain fully transparent and proactive in explaining our essential work to the outside world. — NATO, May 22, 2017 STRATFOR’s observations about Libya in September 2012 included ...