World Acts to Protect Libyan Civilians

Publisher:
Al Jazeera/France 24
Publication Date:
18 March 2011
Tags:
Libya, Arms and Military Affairs, International Organizations and Africa

Video 1: Implementing the no-fly zone

The United Nations Security Council has voted for a no-fly zone over Libya. This means if Libyan military aircraft take to the skies, the international community will take action and become involved in this conflict. But Muammer Gaddafi, the Libyan leader, will still be in charge on the ground. Al Jazeera's Stefanie Dekker explains how the no-fly zone could be implemented.

Video 2: No Fly Zone is really military authorization resolution


FRANCE 24's correspondent in New York, Nathan King breaks down UN-backed no fly zone.

Video 3: Fighting still going on near Benghazi

FRANCE 24's correspondent Philip Crowther reports from the Egypt-Libya border

Video 4: Benghazi cheers UN no-fly zone

The United Nations has passed a no-fly zone over Libya, just a day after the west gave little indication they were willing to act in the north African state. Pro-democracy supporters were jubilant at the news of the draft resolution being passed. In the opposition-held stronghold of Benghazi, huge crowds were seen waving flags and cheering as fireworks filled the air. Al Jazeera's Imran Khan reports.

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