"Entering a war in Libya while we’re already ensnared in one in Afghanistan, and while Iraq is far from stable, is a very bad choice. The responsibility of a French president is to first consider the interests and welfare of the French population and of France. Public opinion in Arab countries would turn against us if we intervened. Why is it always up the European Union to intervene militarily, to accommodate the refugees? It seems logical to me that Libya’s neighbours would help manage this kind of regional problem." ~ Marine Le Pen
meanwhile....
The Obama administration is seeking a UN Security Council resolution authorizing a wide range of possible strikes against the regime of Libyan leader Col. Muammar al-Qaddafi, The Wall Street Journal reported Thursday.
The move comes as Qaddafi forces have made "significant strides" in Libya, the State Department said.
The Obama administration and other supporters of action against Qaddafi were pushing for a Thursday vote on a draft resolution. Russia and China have expressed doubts about the U.N. and other outside powers getting involved.
The U.S. wants the Security Council to approve planes, troops or ships to stop attacks by Qaddafi on the rebels, according to a diplomat familiar with closed-door negotiations Wednesday.
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