June 2011 - Libya Special Weapons News

African Union, Russia Condemn French Arms Drop To Libya Rebels RFE/RL 30 Jun 2011 -- African Union Commission chief Jean Ping says France's decision to air-drop weapons to Libyan rebels is dangerous and puts the whole region at risk.
AU condemns French arms drop to Libyan rebels - media RIA Novosti 30 Jun 2011 -- African Union Commission Chief Jean Ping condemned on Thursday French arms supply to Libyan rebels, world media said on Thursday.
Britain Sends Body Armor to Libyan Rebels VOA 30 Jun 2011 -- Britain says it is sending body armor, police uniforms and communications equipment to Libyan rebels fighting against forces loyal to Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi.
NATO and Libya - Operational Media Update: 29 Jun 2011
Obama Defends US Involvement in Libyan Conflict VOA 29 Jun 2011 -- President Obama has defended U.S. involvement in Libya, saying the international operation has protected thousands of people in the North African country.
France Provides Weapons, Food to Libyan Rebels VOA 29 Jun 2011 -- French military officials say they aided Libyan rebels this month with weapons, munitions and food in their battle against government forces in the western Libyan mountains.
CHAD: The Libya fallout IRIN 29 Jun 2011 -- Chadian families are facing worsening food insecurity, becoming more indebted, and selling off personal possessions as they try to cope with the loss of remittances from relatives who have returned home from Libya.
Libya settlement must learn from Iraq mistakes, says UK report IRNA 29 Jun 2011 -- Britain is calling for a 'politically inclusive settlement' in post-Gaddafi Libya that will take heed of the mistakes made in Iraq after the 2003 US-led invasion.
NATO and Libya - Operational Media Update: 28 Jun 2011
International Criminal Court Prosecutor calls on Libyans to arrest Qadhafi UN News Centre 28 Jun 2011 -- The primary responsibility for arresting Libyan leader Muammar al-Qadhafi and two others sought by the International Criminal Court (ICC) rests with the North African nation, the tribunal's Chief Prosecutor said today, a day after warrants were issued for the three men for alleged crimes against humanity.
NATO Says it will Keep Pressure on Libyan Government VOA 28 Jun 2011 -- NATO's commander for the Libya operation says the allied force is not scaling down its airstrikes despite calls from some nations for a pause in the operation.
Libya to prosecute NATO in international courts RIA Novosti 28 Jun 2011 -- Libya intends to prosecute NATO in international courts for the Western military alliance's attempts to physically eliminate country's leader Muammar Gaddafi and members of his family, the Libyan Justice Ministry said in a statement.
NATO and Libya - Operational Media Update: 27 Jun 2011
Eastern Libyans Welcome ICC Charges Against Gadhafi VOA 27 Jun 2011 -- Rebels in eastern Libya are welcoming the International Criminal Court's decision to issue an arrest warrant for leader Moammar Gadhafi, his son and his intelligence chief. Most people in the rebels' de facto capital were already convinced of his guilt.
ICC Issues Arrest Warrant For Qaddafi On War Crimes Charges RFE/RL 27 Jun 2011 -- The International Criminal Court (ICC) today issued an arrest warrant for embattled Libyan leader Muammar Qaddafi.
ICC issues Gaddafi arrest warrant RIA Novosti 27 Jun 2011 -- The International Criminal Court (ICC) on Monday issued an arrest warrant for Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi, accusing him of torturing and killing opponents of his regime.
ICC issues arrest warrants for Libyan officials for alleged crimes against humanity UN News Centre 27 Jun 2011 -- The International Criminal Court (ICC) today issued arrest warrants for Libyan leader Muammar al-Qadhafi, one of his sons and the country's intelligence chief for crimes against humanity allegedly committed since the pro-democracy movement began in February.
ICC Issues Arrest Warrant for Gadhafi VOA 27 Jun 2011 -- Moammar Gadhafi is now an internationally wanted war crimes suspect. The International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants for Gadhafi, his son, Seif al-Islam and the head of Libyan intelligence, Abdullah al-Senussi. Judge Sanji Monageng said there are grounds to believe the three are responsible for a state policy to quell opposition by any means and then cover up their alleged crimes.
NATO and Libya - Operational Media Update: 26 Jun 2011
Libyan Rebels Claim Advances in Western Mountains VOA 26 Jun 2011 -- Rebels in Libya's western mountains say they have advanced and are battling leader Moammar Gadhafi's forces in a strategic town 80 kilometers southwest of the capital, Tripoli.
S. African President Zuma Warns NATO Against Killing Gadhafi VOA 26 Jun 2011 -- South African President Jacob Zuma has warned NATO not to use its military power to kill Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi.
NATO and Libya - Operational Media Update: 25 Jun 2011
NATO Responds to Libya Claim that Strikes Killed 15 Civilians VOA 25 Jun 2011 -- NATO officials have responded to Libyan claims that alliance forces struck a restaurant and bakery in the eastern city of Brega, killing 15 civilians, saying its aircraft hit 'legitimate military targets.'
NATO and Libya - Operational Media Update: 24 Jun 2011
NATO and Libya - Operational Media Update: 23 Jun 2011
US Lawmakers Reject Attempt to Cut Funding for Libya Mission VOA 24 Jun 2011 -- A divided U.S. House of Representatives has sent a mixed message to President Barack Obama on U.S. military involvement in Libya.
US Lawmakers Reject Measure to Support Libya Mission VOA 24 Jun 2011 -- The Republican-controlled U.S. House of Representatives has rejected a measure authorizing ongoing U.S. military action in Libya.
House votes against U.S. military campaign in Libya RIA Novosti 24 Jun 2011 -- The House of Representatives of the U.S. Congress voted down on Friday a resolution giving President Barack Obama the authority to order military action in Libya.
US Lawmakers Consider Cutting Funds for Libya Operations VOA 24 Jun 2011 -- The Republican-controlled U.S. House of Representatives takes on two critical votes Friday on the U.S. military role in Libya that has been a source of anger for many in Congress.
NATO Strikes Key Command & Control Nodes in Brega NATO 24 Jun 2011 -- NATO struck several key command and control nodes in the vicinity of Brega. Brega has been the scene of significant Qadhafi regime military activity.
Good progress seen in Libya operations UK MOD 24 Jun 2011 -- UK's Chief of the Defence Staff's spokesman, Major General Nick Pope, and senior Foreign Office official Ed Herbert said 'good progress' is being made.
Fighting and need for aid increase in north-western Libya UN News Centre 24 Jun 2011 -- Fighting has intensified in north-western regions of Libya and the United Nations has stepped up its effort to help wounded civilians in the area.
Gaddafi could flee Libya in 2-3 weeks RIA Novosti 24 Jun 2011 -- Libyan embattled leader Gaddafi will secretly leave the country in the next two-three weeks, former foreign minister Abdel Rahman Shalgham said.
Red Cross Ferries Displaced, Prisoners From Libyan Capital VOA 24 Jun 2011 -- The International Committee for the Red Cross has brought some 300 people out of Tripoli.
NATO and Libya - Operational Media Update: 22 Jun 2011
Cost of Libya operations UK MOD 23 Jun 2011 -- The Secretary of State for Defence, Dr Liam Fox, has informed Parliament that the additional cost of military operations in support of the UN resolution regarding Libya has cost in the region of £120m.
UK puts Libya bombing cost at £260 million IRNA 23 Jun 2011 -- The British government Thursday revealed that the net additional costs to taxpayers of the military intervention in Libya has run to £260 million, higher than initially predicted.
Minimizing the impact of the Libyan operation on merchant shipping NATO 23 Jun 2011 -- NATO is working to ensure that shipping in the Mediterranean, one of the world's most important shipping areas, is not disrupted by its mission in Libya.
Libyan Rebels Defend NATO After Errant Strikes VOA 23 Jun 2011 -- Libya's rebel military is defending NATO after airstrikes killed a number of Libyan civilians.
Defiant Gadhafi Denounces NATO as 'Murderers' VOA 23 Jun 2011 -- Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi has vowed to continue fighting, as he denounced NATO for airstrikes that caused civilian casualties.
Rights Group Calls on Tunisia to Protect Migrants VOA 23 Jun 2011 -- A human rights group says Tunisia must do more to protect migrant workers who fled the violence in neighboring Libya.
NATO and Libya - Operational Media Update: 21 Jun 2011
Many US Officials Concerned About War Costs VOA 22 Jun 2011 -- Some U.S. officials voicing concern about the burgeoning cost of American involvement in simultaneous wars in Iraq, Afghanistan and now Libya.
Rasmussen Says NATO Will Not Stop Libya Bombing RFE/RL 22 Jun 2011 -- NATO chief Anders Fogh Rasmussen says the alliance will continue its bombing campaign in Libya.
NATO set to continue Libya operation - Rasmussen RIA Novosti 22 Jun 2011 -- NATO will continue its bombings of Libya, Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen said in a video address on Wednesday.
Italy's FM Calls for End to Hostilities in Libya VOA 22 Jun 2011 -- Italian PM Berlusconi has been under growing pressure from the Northern League party to decide an end date to withdraw from Libya.
Italy, Arab League Head Call for End of Hostilities in Libya VOA 22 Jun 2011 -- Italy's foreign minister and the outgoing head of the Arab League have each called for a halt to hostilities in Libya.
Italian FM Calls For Humanitarian Halt To Hostilities In Libya RFE/RL 22 Jun 2011 -- Italy's FM Frattini has called for an immediate halt to hostilities in Libya to allow humanitarian aid to reach the population.
NATO and Libya - Operational Media Update: 20 Jun 2011
Press briefing on Libya by NATO Spokesperson Oana Lungescu and Mike Bracken, Spokesperson for the Operation Unified Protector NATO 21 Jun 2011
Senate Resolution Authorizing US Libya Mission Introduced VOA 21 Jun 2011 -- A resolution authorizing limited U.S. military engagement in Libya has been introduced in the Senate.
Military Chiefs meet in London to discuss Libya UK MOD 21 Jun 2011 -- Military chiefs from the 15 countries contributing to Operation Unified Protector met in London to discuss the future of the campaign and its progress to date.
NATO Says Compound Attack in Libya Was 'Legitimate Target' VOA 21 Jun 2011 -- NATO offered surveillance evidence to show it carried out an airstrike on a "high-level" command center in Libya, despite Libyan government claims it was a civilian target.
Pressure Mounts on NATO as Drone Helicopter Goes Missing in Libya VOA 21 Jun 2011 -- NATO confirms that an unmanned helicopter drone was lost during a mission over Libya.
NATO Loses Unmanned Helicopter Over Libya RFE/RL 21 Jun 2011 -- NATO has said it lost contact with one of its unmanned helicopters over but denied a Libyan report that one of its attack helicopters had gone down.
Cameron again defends sustainability of UK intervention in Libya IRNA 21 Jun 2011 -- PM Cameron rebuked military chiefs for the second time in a week for raising concern about the sustainability of Britain's military intervention in Libya.
'Tent City' Goes Up at NAS Sigonella NNS 21 Jun 2011 -- Operation Unified Protector brought an increase in personnel at Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella, requiring the base to erect a tent city for coalition forces, June 20.
China, Libyan Rebels Hold More Talks VOA 21 Jun 2011 -- Libya National Transitional Council Chairman Mahmud Jibril arrived in Beijing at noon Tuesday for two days of talks with Chinese leaders.
Top German prosecutor launches probe of Qadhafi IRNA 21 Jun 2011 -- The German federal prosecutor's office has launched an investigation against Libyan dictator Moammar Qadhafi.
NATO and Libya - Operational Media Update: 19 Jun 2011
Libya Says NATO Killed 15 Civilians In Air Strike RFE/RL 20 Jun 2011 -- Libyan officials say 15 civilians, including three children, were killed in a NATO attack on a building west of the capital, Tripoli.
NATO Confirms Libyan Claim of New Airstrike VOA 20 Jun 2011 -- NATO confirmed a Libyan government claim of an early-morning airstrike on a compound of a close associate to Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi.
NATO Strikes Military Command and Control Node NATO 20 Jun 2011 -- NATO is aware of allegations that a NATO strike targeted a residential building in the vicinity of Sorman, west of Tripoli, in the early hours of Monday morning.
Italy warns 'NATO credibility at stake' over botched Libya air raid IRNA 20 Jun 2011 -- Italian FM Frattini warned that NATO's credibility was 'at stake' over its botched air raid over Tripoli.
NATO Says Air Strike May Have Killed Civilians RFE/RL 20 Jun 2011 -- NATO says one of its air strikes in the Libyan capital of Tripoli went astray and may have killed civilians.
Libya intervention may cost hundreds of millions, UK admits IRNA 20 Jun 2011 -- The cost of Britain's military intervention in Libya could run 'into the hundreds of millions' of pounds for taxpayers.
Libyan Rebel Leader to Visit China VOA 20 Jun 2011 -- NATO says an accidental strike by its forces may have killed civilians in the Libyan capital, Tripoli.
Libyan opposition leader to visit China RIA Novosti 20 Jun 2011 -- Chairman of the Executive Board of the Libyan opposition National Transitional Council Mahmoud Jibril will visit China on June 21-22.
Libyan Opposition Leader To Visit China RFE/RL 20 Jun 2011 -- China says Libya's opposition leader will visit this week in a fresh setback for Libyan leader Muammar Qaddafi.
NATO acknowledges civilian casualties in Tripoli strike NATO 19 Jun 2011 -- NATO says that a military missile site was the intended target of air strikes in Tripoli last night. However, it appears that one weapon did not strike the intended target and that there may have been a weapons system failure which may have caused a number of civilian casualties.
Allegations of civilian casualties in Tripoli on 19 June 2011 NATO 19 Jun 2011 -- NATO is looking into reports of civilian casualties following NATO air strikes in the early hours of June 19th.
Gates Says Libya Strategy 'Absolutely Right' AFPS 19 Jun 2011 -- The U.S. strategy toward Libya is 'absolutely right,' Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates said on Fox News Sunday this morning.
Libya Says NATO Air Strike Hits Residential Area RFE/RL 19 Jun 2011 -- Government officials in Tripoli have taken journalists to a site in the Libyan capital allegedly bombed by NATO warplanes.
NATO to Investigate Libyan Claims of Civilian Deaths in Tripoli Air Strike VOA 19 Jun 2011 -- NATO officials say they will investigate Libyan government claims that seven civilians were killed by an alliance strike in Tripoli.
US Legal Deadline for Libya Expires VOA 19 Jun 2011 -- The Obama administration continues to defend the legality of U.S. military engagement in Libya, as a 90-day window for securing congressional approval of the operation expires.
Bataan Engineers Perform Critical Repairs NNS 19 Jun 2011 -- Sailors aboard USS Bataan completed repairs keeping the ship on station in the Mediterranean Sea conducting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts.
NATO and Libya - Operational Media Update: 18 Jun 2011
Nascent talks underway to help resolve Libyan crisis – UN chief UN News Centre 18 Jun 2011 -- While an agreement to end the crisis in Libya is still a long way off, the beginnings of a negotiation process have begun under the auspices of the United Nations, Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said today.
Fighting in Northwest Libya, NATO Pounds Tripoli VOA 18 Jun 2011 -- Clashes have erupted between forces loyal to Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi and rebels in the northwestern city of Nalut.
Incident involving opposition forces on 16 June 2011 NATO 18 Jun 2011 -- NATO has looked into reports of an airstrike that hit opposition forces in the area of Brega and can confirm that NATO aircraft hit military vehicles on 16 June 2011. This incident occurred in an area of conflict between Qadhafi forces and opposition forces.
German defense minister rips NATO's military mission in Libya IRNA 18 Jun 2011 -- German Defense Minister Thomas de Maziere on Saturday lashed out at NATO's controversial military operation in Libya.
NATO and Libya - Operational Media Update: 17 Jun 2011
Pro-Gadhafi Forces Hit Misrata, NATO Targets Tripoli VOA 17 Jun 2011 -- Forces loyal to Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi are pounding targets in the western rebel stronghold of Misrata.
White House Responds to Criticisms on Libya VOA 16 Jun 2011 -- The White House pushed back Thursday on criticisms from members of Congress of a lengthy explanation sent to Capitol Hill about the legality of U.S. involvement in military operations in Libya.
UN food aid reaches half a million conflict-affected Libyans UN News Centre 17 Jun 2011 -- The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has delivered vital food assistance to more than 500,000 people affected by the ongoing fighting between the Government and rebels in Libya, even as concerns continue to grow about access to food inside the country.
NATO and Libya - Operational Media Update: 16 Jun 2011
NATO Pounds Tripoli Targets; Pressure Mounts on Gadhafi VOA 16 Jun 2011 -- NATO fighter jets pounded targets near Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi's Tripoli compound on Thursday while Russia and Italy led new diplomatic efforts to resolve Libya's crisis.
Report: U.S. Aid is Critical to the Mission in Libya AFPS 16 Jun 2011 -- American support is critical to the NATO-led mission in Libya and is having no significant operational impact on the missions in Iraq and Afghanistan, Defense and State department officials said in a new report to Congress.
Russian presidential envoy meets with Libyan premier, foreign minister RIA Novosti 16 Jun 2011 -- Mikhail Margelov, the Russian presidential envoy to Africa, is holding talks on Thursday with top representatives of Col. Muammar Gaddafi's inner circle in the country's capital of Tripoli.
Libya ready to hold elections, adopt new constitution - Gaddafi's son RIA Novosti 16 Jun 2011 -- Libyan authorities are ready to hold free elections within three months and draft a new constitution as a compromise with the insurgents who are demanding Muammar Gaddafi's resignation, Gaddafi's son, Saif al-Islam, said on Thursday.
Russian envoy to meet Gaddafi 'next time' RIA Novosti 16 Jun 2011 -- Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi has promised to meet with the Russian president's point man on Africa, Mikhail Margelov said on Thursday.
NATO and Libya - Operational Media Update: 15 Jun 2011
Libya: African Union briefs Security Council on efforts to resolve crisis UN News Centre 15 Jun 2011 -- The process of resolving the Libyan crisis should involve mutual concessions among the parties to the conflict and unconditional dialogue, the African Union said today, assuring the United Nations of its commitment to joint efforts to find an inclusive political solution.
Gadhafi Forces Shell Libya Rebel Positions in Western Mountains VOA 15 Jun 2011 -- Forces loyal to Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi bombarded rebel positions in the Western Mountains region Wednesday, after rebels made advances toward the capital, Tripoli.
Letter from the President on the War Powers Resolution The White House 15 Jun 2011 -- "I am providing this supplemental consolidated report, prepared by my Administration and consistent with the War Powers Resolution (Public Law 93 148), as part of my efforts to keep the Congress informed about deployments of U.S. Armed Forces equipped for combat."
White House Defends Legality of Libya Mission VOA 15 Jun 2011 -- The Obama administration is defending the legality of its military mission in Libya. White House officials have sent lawmakers a report saying Congress does not need to approve the continuing operation in Libya because U.S. troops there are in a support role.
White House Vows Full Explanation for US Involvement in Libya VOA 15 Jun 2011 -- In Washington, the Obama administration is vowing to soon give a full explanation and justification for the continued U.S. military involvement in the Libyan conflict.
NATO and Libya - Operational Media Update: 14 Jun 2011
NATO attack helicopters destroy pro-Qadhafi military equipment NATO 14 Jun 2011 -- Early Monday morning, NATO launched a coordinated strike on pro-Qadhafi military forces on both land and sea. A combination of air and maritime assets conducted back-to-back missions resulting in successful strikes against pro-Qadhafi military equipment in the vicinity of Zlitan.
NATO Members Re-evaluate Contributions to Libya Mission AFPS 14 Jun 2011 -- NATO members are reviewing their contributions with an eye toward increasing their support to the ongoing mission to protect the Libyan people from Moammar Gadhafi's forces, a NATO spokeswoman said today.
NATO Official Warns Resource Issue Will Become Critical in Libyan Operation VOA 14 Jun 2011 -- A senior NATO official is warning that the issue of resources will become critical if operations against Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi were to last long.
LIBYA: Timeline of key events since 4 April IRIN 14 Jun 2011 -- The crisis in Libya has forced over 636,000 people to leave the country, including 280,741 third-country nationals.
Gaddafi ready for talks with NATO, opposition - Ilyumzhinov RIA Novosti 14 Jun 2011 -- Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi has claimed in a conversation with president of the International Chess Federation (FIDE) Kirsan Ilyumzhinov that he was ready to proceed in talks with NATO and rebels, but ruled out the possibility of his resignation.
Libyan Forces Target Rebels Near Tunisian Border VOA 14 Jun 2011 -- Libyan rebels say forces loyal to Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi have fired rockets at opposition fighters near the border with Tunisia.
NATO and Libya - Operational Media Update: 13 Jun 2011
Clinton Urges Africa to Abandon Gadhafi VOA 13 Jun 2011 -- U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has called for African nations to sever ties with Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi and demand his removal.
Libyans Will Vote After Gadhafi Cedes Power, Says Opposition Official VOA 13 Jun 2011 -- The general secretary of Libya's opposition Transitional National Council [TNC] says his group will organize democratic elections within two years, after the country is liberated from what he said is Moammar Gadhafi's dictatorial rule.
RAF destroys nine of Gaddafi's underground storage bunkers in Libya UK MOD 13 Jun 2011 -- Members of the UK Armed Forces saw further action in Libya yesterday as RAF aircraft conducted strikes against two of Colonel Gaddafi's ammunition depots.
Gaddafi says will not leave Libya despite pressure RIA Novosti 13 Jun 2011 -- Defiant Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi told the president of the world chess federation (FIDE) that he had no intention of leaving the country, a source at FIDE office in Kalmykia said.
Russia's Libya envoy told chess chief to tell Gaddafi endgame is near RIA Novosti 13 Jun 2011 -- The Russian head of world chess went to Tripoli over the weekend with instructions to make it clear to Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi that the endgame is near, the Russian president's special envoy to Africa said on Monday.
NATO and Libya - Operational Media Update: 12 Jun 2011
NATO engages pro-Qadhafi forces on north-west coast of Libya NATO 12 Jun 2011 -- Anti-Qadhafi sentiment is increasing in Libya as a growing number of Libyans demand the right to choose their own future. Along the north-west coast of Libya between Tripoli and the Tunisian border Libyans long tired of Qadhafi rule are challenging his legitimacy openly, and in doing so, are under threat of attack.
Fighting Continues in Libya, Creeps Toward Capital VOA 12 Jun 2011 -- Forces loyal to Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi have hammered rebels in the west with heavy weapons, as separate fighting creeps toward the capital, Tripoli.
NATO and Libya - Operational Media Update: 11 Jun 2011
Explosions Rock Libyan Capital VOA 11 Jun 2011 -- Loud blasts from apparent NATO airstrikes have rocked the Libyan capital, while fierce fighting has erupted between government forces and rebels near a western oil port.
NATO and Libya - Operational Media Update: 10 Jun 2011
NATO and Libya - Operational Media Update: 09 Jun 2011
Press briefing on Libya by NATO Spokesperson Oana Lungescu and Mike Bracken, Spokesperson for the Operation Unified Protector NATO 10 Jun 2011
UK troops continue to destroy Gaddafi assets UK MOD 10 Jun 2011 -- UK Armed Forces were again in action over Libya, with RAF Tornado and Typhoon aircraft destroying four of Colonel Gaddafi's main battle tanks near Zlitan.
Norway To Withdraw From Libya Campaign RFE/RL 10 Jun 2011 -- Norway's government says it will scale down its fighter jet contribution in Libya from six to four planes and withdraw completely from the NATO-led operation by August 1.
Qaddafi Forces Kill 22 Rebels In Misurata Shelling RFE/RL 10 Jun 2011 -- Medical officials and witnesses say forces loyal to Libyan leader Muammar Qaddafi shelled the outskirts of the rebel-held city of Misurata.
New Airstrikes Target Libyan Capital VOA 10 Jun 2011 -- A new round of suspected NATO airstrikes shook the Libyan capital early Friday.
Russia to present Libya roadmap after Tripoli visit RIA Novosti 10 Jun 2011 -- Russia's special envoy to Africa, Mikhail Margelov, is preparing for a visit to Tripoli.
NATO and Libya - Operational Media Update: 08 Jun 2011
Press Conference with Secretary Gates from Brussels, Belgium DoD 09 Jun 2011
Secretary Clinton Press Availability in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates US Dept. of State 09 Jun 2011
Dr Fox on progress in Libya UK MOD 09 Jun 2011
Gates Pleased with Progress on Afghanistan, NATO Reform AFPS 09 Jun 2011 -- NATO defense ministers made substantial progress in calling on the alliance’s members to take up more of the burden of operations against Moammar Gadhafi’s regime in Libya.
Five NATO members refuse to back bombardment of Libya IRNA 09 Jun 2011 -- Five NATO members refuse to back the bombardment of Libya after US, UK and France launched more than 10,000 air sorties against infrastructure of Libya.
NATO Vows to Help Libyan People for 'As Long as Possible' VOA 09 Jun 2011 -- NATO defense ministers have pledged to stay the course in their two-month air campaign against Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi.
NUS Costs for Libya Soaring, Report Finds VOA 09 Jun 2011 -- A memo obtained by the Financial Times says the U.S. military effort in Libya is costing hundreds of millions of dollars more than first estimated.
Bataan Helps Prepare Longtime U.S. Partner for Mission Ahead NNS 09 Jun 2011 -- Sailors and Marines aboard USS Bataan embarked aboard FS Tonnerre June 7 to assist the crew of the French amphibious assault ship.
Rebels Aiming at Tripoli, Says Libyan Opposition Leader VOA 09 Jun 2011 -- The general secretary of Libya’s opposition TNC says rebels will soon launch an offensive to take over the capital Tripoli.
As NATO Bombs Tripoli, World Powers Chart Libya Without Gadhafi VOA 09 Jun 2011 -- NATO has launched more airstrikes near the residence of Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi.
White House: Gadhafi Government's Days Are Numbered VOA 09 Jun 2011 -- Officials in U.S. President Barack Obama’s administration say they are confident that U.S. and NATO actions in Libya will bring the end of Moammar Gadhafi’s rule.
Senegal's President, in Libya, Urges Gadhafi to Quit VOA 09 Jun 2011 -- Senegal's president has called on embattled Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi to step down, saying "the sooner you leave, the better."
UN Accuses Libyan Forces of War Crimes VOA 09 Jun 2011 -- Special UN investigators accuse government forces loyal to Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi of committing war crimes and crimes against humanity.
ICC: Qaddafi Employing Rape Against Enemies RFE/RL 09 Jun 2011 -- The chief prosecutor of the ICC says his investigators have obtained evidence suggesting that Libyan ruler Muammar Qaddafi ordered mass rapes.
China Plays Mediator to Libya's Fighting Factions VOA 09 Jun 2011 -- Libyan opposition forces trying to oust Moammar Gadhafi from his four decades in power are heading to China to seek support.
Moscow ready to use 'practical measures' for resolving Libya crisis RIA Novosti 09 Jun 2011 -- FM spokesman Lukashevich: Russia is ready to use practical measures to help resolve the political conflict in Libya.
Ban calls for continued aid to Libyan civilians as crisis continues UN News Centre 09 Jun 2011 -- Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon called for continued international efforts to help the Libyan people.
Allies Discuss Post-Qaddafi Libya, Pledge $1.3 Billion To Rebels RFE/RL 09 Jun 2011 -- Libyan rebels have gained pledges of more than $1.3 billion in aid, as Western and Arab nations met in Abu Dhabi to focus on plans for a post-Muammar Qaddafi Libya.
Libya Contact Group Discusses Funding for Rebels VOA 09 Jun 2011 -- Representatives from nations backing military action in Libya began talks in Abu Dhabi Thursday to discuss ways to help the country’s opposition.
Libya Rebels Win Aid Pledges RFE/RL 09 Jun 2011 -- Libyan rebels have received pledges of more than $500 million in aid at a meeting of Western and Arab nations in Abu Dhabi to focus on plans for a post-Muammar Qaddafi Libya.
Presidential Memorandum - Unexpected Urgent Refugee and Migration Needs Related to Libya and Cote d'Ivoire The White House 09 Jun 2011
NATO and Libya - Operational Media Update: 07 Jun 2011
NATO Statement on Libya NATO 08 Jun 2011
Press conference by NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen after the working lunch of NATO Ministers of Defence with non-NATO Contributors to Operation Unified Protector NATO 08 Jun 2011
NATO and partners will stay the course on Libya NATO 08 Jun 2011 -- NATO Defence Ministers met with the Defence Ministers of the partner countries that are contributing to Operation Unified Protector to protect civilians in Libya.
NATO Endorses Decision to Extend Libya Operation AFPS 08 Jun 2011 -- NATO defense ministers have endorsed the decision to extend Operation Unified Protector by 90 days, Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen said.
Gates Calls on NATO Allies to Do More in Libya AFPS 08 Jun 2011 -- NATO is on the road to success in Libya, but the alliance’s member nations must do more, a U.S. government official speaking on background said.
NATO to continue Libya operation for 'as long as necessary' RIA Novosti 08 Jun 2011 -- NATO will continue its mission in Libya for as long as it takes, the alliance said, after formally endorsing an extension of its campaign.
Tension escalates between US president, German chancellor on Libya IRNA 08 Jun 2011 -- Tension escalated between President Obama and German Chancellor Merkel as they worked to minimize differences concerning military intervention in Libya.
NATO Plans for Libya Without Gadhafi VOA 08 Jun 2011 -- NATO says it is committed to its military campaign against forces loyal to Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi and is preparing for a Libya without the authoritarian leader.
Gadhafi Forces Attack Libyan Port City of Misrata VOA 08 Jun 2011 -- Government forces in Libya have carried out a heavy assault on the rebel-held city of Misrata on the same day that NATO vowed to keep up its air campaign.
Russian presidential envoy heads to Tripoli, ready to meet Gaddafi RIA Novosti 08 Jun 2011 -- Russian presidential envoy to Libya Mikhail Margelov planning a trip to Tripoli and was ready to meet with Gaddafi.
Libyan rebels ask Russia to open mission in Benghazi RIA Novosti 08 Jun 2011 -- Libyan rebels have invited Russia to open an information mission in Benghazi.
Gaddafi's son Hannibal planned terrorist attacks in Europe RIA Novosti 08 Jun 2011 -- One of Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi's sons, Hannibal, said to have planned a series of terrorist attacks in Europe.
Germany mulls police training in rebel-held Benghazi IRNA 08 Jun 2011 -- The German government is pondering plans to train police in the Libyan rebel-held city of Benghazi.
Migrant Workers Stranded in Conflict-Ridden Libya VOA 08 Jun 2011 -- The International Organization for Migration expresses great concern about the plight of thousands of migrant workers stranded in conflict-ridden Libya.
NATO and Libya - Operational Media Update: 06 Jun 2011
NATO Pounds Tripoli In Rare Daytime Strike, Prompting Fury From Qaddafi RFE/RL 07 Jun 2011 -- NATO warplanes have unleashed an unprecedented daytime bombing assault.
Libyan Leader Defiant Despite Intense NATO Airstrikes VOA 07 Jun 2011 -- Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi has vowed to fight to the end, after NATO aircraft pounded Tripoli.
Gaddafi vows to 'fight to the death' RIA Novosti 07 Jun 2011 -- Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi pledged on Tuesday not to surrender despite deadly NATO air raids on his compound in Tripoli and other military targets.
HMS Bangor en route to Libya UK MOD 07 Jun 2011 -- HMS Bangor left for the Mediterranean to relieve HMS Brocklesby in supporting NATO forces off the coast of Libya to enforce UN Security Council Resolution 1973.
Daytime Airstrikes Rock Libyan Capital VOA 07 Jun 2011 -- A long series of explosions has rocked Libya's capital in what could be one of NATO's most intense daytime bombing missions over Tripoli.
Obama: Gadhafi Must Step Down as 'Arab Spring' Resumes AFPS 07 Jun 2011 -- President Barack Obama reiterated the need for Libyan strongman Moammar Gadhafi to step down and hand over power to the Libyan people.
China, Russia Make Contacts With Libyan Rebels RFE/RL 07 Jun 2011 -- China says Libya's foreign minister is in China to discuss the need for a political solution to the Libyan crisis.
Libyan Minister Visits Beijing After China Talks With Rebels VOA 07 Jun 2011 -- China is taking a more active diplomatic role in Libya, where it is pushing for a political resolution to that country’s crisis.
Moscow against leading role in Libyan mediation says foreign minister RIA Novosti 07 Jun 2011 -- Moscow will not play the role of main mediator in resolving the Libyan conflict as it believes this role should be played by the African Union.
Russia ready to mediate Libya solution - envoy RIA Novosti 07 Jun 2011 -- Mikhail Margelov, Russia's special envoy to Africa, says Moscow is ready to mediate between rebels and Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi.
Obama, Merkel Expect Gadhafi To Leave VOA 07 Jun 2011 -- President Barack Obama and visiting German Chancellor Angela Merkel both say they believe it is inevitable that Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi will step down.
Thousands of sub-Saharan Africans Remain Stranded in Libya VOA 07 Jun 2011 -- Many sub-Saharan migrants remain stranded in Libya as the conflict there continues.
Libya: UN trip to conflict areas finds displacement, violence and humanitarian need UN News Centre 07 Jun 2011 -- The UN refugee agency said today that its officials in Libya have visited both Government and opposition-controlled areas.
People in Battle-Torn Libya Facing Critical Shortages VOA 07 Jun 2011 -- The UN refugee agency reports tens of thousands of people on both sides of the battle lines in Libya are facing critical shortages of essential goods.
NATO and Libya - Operational Media Update: 05 Jun 2011
NATO continues to increase pressure on Qadhafi Regime in Tripoli NATO 06 Jun 2011 -- NATO aircraft carried out intensive and sustained strikes against pro-Qadhafi facilities in Tripoli throughout 5 Jun 11.
Libyan Rebels Retake Western Mountain Town VOA 06 Jun 2011 -- Libyan rebels say they have seized the western mountain town of Yafran from forces loyal to leader Moammar Gadhafi.
Libyan Rebels Push Into Gadhafi-Held West VOA 06 Jun 2011 -- Libyan rebels have pushed into a Western Mountain town besieged by forces loyal to Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi.
Russian Envoy Tries to Mediate Libya Civil War VOA 06 Jun 2011 -- An envoy of Russian President Dmitry Medvedev meets Tuesday in Benghazi with leaders of Libya’s opposition.
NATO Attacks Intensify Pressure on Gadhafi Forces in Libya VOA 05 Jun 2011 -- NATO warplanes and attack helicopters have struck more targets in Libya, ratcheting up pressure against forces loyal to embattled leader Moammar Gadhafi. Rebel fighters have also made small gains in the Nafousa mountains, not far from the capital Tripoli.
Moscow alarmed over NATO's disproportionate use of force in Libya - vice-premier RIA Novosti 05 Jun 2011 -- Moscow is alarmed over NATO's disproportionate use of force in Libya and the alliance's clear support for one side in the Libyan conflict, Russian Deputy Prime Minister Sergei Ivanov said on Sunday.
NATO and Libya - Operational Media Update: 04 Jun 2011
NATO attack helicopters increase pressure on Qadhafi regime NATO 04 Jun 2011 -- Attack helicopters under NATO command were used for the first time on 4 Jun 2011 in military operations over Libya as part of Operation Unified Protector.
Apaches conduct operations over Libya UK MOD 04 Jun 2011 -- Apache Attack Helicopters, flying from HMS Ocean, conducted their first operational sorties over Libya last night as part of NATO's Operation Unified Protector to protect civilians under United Nations Security Council Resolution 1973.
NATO strikes on Libya amount to land operation - Moscow RIA Novosti 04 Jun 2011 -- NATO's actions in Libya are gradually evolving into a land operation, Russia's foreign minister warned on Saturday.
Japan freezes $4.4 bln worth of Gaddafi regime assets RIA Novosti 04 Jun 2011 -- Japanese government has frozen $4.4 billion on financial accounts of Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi and his supporters, Japan Today said on Saturday.
British Foreign Secretary Visits Libyan Rebels VOA 04 Jun 2011 -- British Foreign Secretary William Hague has arrived in Libya for talks with opposition leaders in the rebel stronghold, Benghazi.
NATO and Libya - Operational Media Update: 03 Jun 2011
NATO and Libya - Operational Media Update: 02 Jun 2011
Boehner Calls on Obama to Justify Continuing Military Action in Libya and Afghanistan VOA 02 Jun 2011 -- The Republican Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, John Boehner, is calling on President Barack Obama to make his case to the American people for continued U.S. military operations in Libya and Afghanistan. The call comes as frustration in Congress is growing among some lawmakers from both major political parties about the president's failure to obtain authorization from Congress for the participation of U.S. forces in the NATO mission over Libya.
Russia's NATO envoy says alliance in 'ground campaign' in Libya RIA Novosti 02 Jun 2011 -- The NATO-led military campaign against Libyan strongman Muammar Gaddafi has in fact turned into ground operation, Russia's envoy to NATO Dmitry Rogozin said on Thursday.
Results of UN resolutions on Libya shows 'can't take anyone's word' - Lavrov RIA Novosti 02 Jun 2011 -- The implementation of the UN Security Council resolutions on Libya shows 'you cannot take anyone's word,' Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Thursday.
NATO and Libya - Operational Media Update: 01 Jun 2011
Libyan Government forces committed war crimes, says UN human rights panel UN News Centre 01 Jun 2011 -- A United Nations-ordered panel investigating human rights abuses in Libya says that Government forces have committed war crimes and crimes against humanity during the course of their crackdown on opposition forces seeking the ouster of Colonel Muammar al-Qadhafi.
UN Panel: Libyan Forces, Opposition Committed War Crimes VOA 01 Jun 2011 -- A U.N. panel investigating the conflict in Libya says forces loyal to Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi and opposition forces in the country have committed war crimes.
NATO Extends Libya Mission VOA 01 Jun 2011 -- NATO members and five partner states have agreed to extend their military campaign in Libya for another 90 days in a bid to protect civilians from pro-government forces.
NATO extends mission in Libya RIA Novosti 01 Jun 2011 -- NATO will continue its military campaign in Libya until at least September, NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen said on Wednesday.
RAF destroys Gaddafi ammunition depot UK MOD 01 Jun 2011 -- RAF Typhoon and Tornado jets struck ten Gaddafi-regime ammunition storage bunkers and a military vehicle yesterday at a site near Waddan in Libya, using Enhanced Paveway II and Paveway IV bombs.
More UN food aid reaches besieged Libyan city of Misrata UN News Centre 01 Jun 2011 -- A ship carrying enough United Nations food assistance to feed 25,000 people for one month arrived in the besieged Libyan city of Misrata today, as the World Food Programme (WFP) voiced concern once again about dwindling food stocks in the strife-torn country.
NATO and Libya - Operational Media Update: 30 May 2011

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