One week later, Ethiopia, Addis Ababa, African Union Headquarters.
The towering dome of the enormous circular conference hall, with the mural of an African map symbolizing unity, gleamed under the lights.
However, the atmosphere inside the venue was heavy as lead.
Seated around the long conference table were heads of state or senior representatives from various African countries, along with a few envoys from outside major powers holding observer status.
The air was mixed with scents of sweat, perfume, smoke, and coffee.
General Haftar sat in the seat representing the "Libyan National Unity Interim Government."
He struggled to maintain a calm exterior, even deliberately keeping a hint of smile at the corner of his mouth.
But he knew very well that today's meeting was definitely a "trap."
Across from him, the American representative Richard was scanning the venue with a gaze that seemed polite but was actually patronizing.
