Libya
How Libya Poses A Hugely Important Test for Principles of Atrocity Prevention
People in the human rights community, UN supporters and advocates of “the responsibility to protect” have a great deal riding on the success of this intervention in Libya, to say nothing of the people in Benghazi.
International Military Operations Against Gaddafi Begin
Twenty French fighter jets and 110 US cruise missiles have struck almost a dozen targets in Libya in preparation for enforcing a UN security council no-fly zone against the country.
Military Action Against Libya Imminent
With a UN Security Council resolution passed authorizing a no-fly zone over Libya, and the use of “any means necessary to protect civilians”, NATO powers are getting ready to enforce the terms of the resolution. The conflict in Libya is about to enter a new phase.
Air Strikes in Libya Could Come Within Hours of UN Vote
Draft language on Libya being debated at the UN suggests that international intervention in Libya may begin within hours of the Security Council vote. UPDATE: Resolution passes. The countdown to intervention begins.
Beyond the Point of a No-Fly Zone for Libya
If intervention is what is called for, it must be done decisively. Half-measures like a no-fly zone just won’t cut it.
Big Decision Day for Libya No Fly Zone in the Security Council
If I were a betting man, I would wager that the Security Council passes a resolution authorizing a no-fly zone for Libya. Probably today.
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The SC; HRC; DPRK; South Sudan
The SC: The Security Council today held its last consultations under the Council Presidency of ROK. Tomorrow, Russia will take over the rotating Presidency of the Security Council for March under Ambassador Vitaly Churkin.
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The SG; Mali; Middle East; Palestine
The SG: At the Fifth Global Forum of the UN Alliance of Civilizations in Vienna, Austria today, the SG emphasized the role of youth in ensuring a “prosperous, equitable and peaceful future.”
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The SG; DRC; HRC; Palestinian Prisoner
The SG: In Ethiopia over the weekend, the SG is now in the United Arab Emirates. Today he met with Sheikh Mohammad bin Rashed Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, where the two discussed developments in the region, including Syria, Iran, Lebanon, Egypt and Jordan, and in the Middle East Peace Process.
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