Spooks, treasure hunters, and lawyers search for cash, gold, and antiquities
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The U.S. evacuated its diplomats from Tripoli in 2014 and established what amounts to an embassy in exile in Tunis. Ever since, Lawrence has had a front-row seat to the mishigas. Last summer, after decades chasing terrorists, he joined a different quest: helping LARMO try to repossess some of Libya’s loot... More here.
A long and brilliant read full of fascinating parts.