The Flag of Libya features three horizontal stripes of red, black, and green. The red stripe at the top symbolizes the blood shed for independence, the black stripe in the middle represents the country's dark past, and the green stripe at the bottom signifies hope and prosperity. In the center of the black stripe, there is a white crescent and a five-pointed star, which are traditional symbols of Islam. Adopted in 2011 after the fall of Muammar Gaddafi, the flag replaced the previous all-green flag that represented Gaddafi's regime. The current design reflects Libya's national identity and aspirations for a brighter future.