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Zapiro cartoon shows shoes being thrown at Gaddafi. In the Arab world, it is a symbol of contempt, supreme insult and a grave show of disrespect. Libya in turmoil: Like in neigbouring Egypt and Tunisia, the population has had enough of ruthless dictatorial rule. Pressure mounts to force Gaddafi to step down.  Gaddafi has been in power since 1969.