Steps Toward “Real” Freedom for Libya
If Libya’s transitional council wants to build on its successes, here are some immediate steps that it can to take.
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Success in Libya Doesn’t Vindicate Obama
The American president “led from behind” and caused the Libyan war to drag on for months.
As Gaddafi Falls, NATO’s Ambitions Narrow
The divisions among allied nations about the intervention may herald changes in how NATO operates.
Contemplating a Libya Without Gaddafi
Libya doesn’t seem ready for the sort of inclusive democracy its transitional leaders talk about.
For Gaddafi, End is Nigh
Libyan rebels are advancing on the capital. After months of war, Colonel Gaddafi’s days are numbered.
Beware Gaddafi’s Tripoli
Libya’s rebels have encircled Gaddafi’s last sanctuary but actually taking Tripoli will be a whole other manner.
The Way Out of Libya
Turkey and South Africa need to push on their talks with Gaddafi in order to end the violence in Libya.
We Used to Fight “Wars of Whim” All the Time
Libya is not the exception. Carefully prepared interventions and conflicts are.
McCain: Obama “Made a Mess” of Libya
The senator lambastes the president for not deploying full American airpower and failing to recognize the rebels’ interim government.
Congress Warns Obama About Limited War Power
The Republican warns that the president’s authority to wage war in Libya is running out of time.
Could the Harrier Have Made a Difference?
Britain’s First Sea Lord argues that a carrier would have made the Libyan mission more effective. Chris Revell is skeptical.
Republicans Skeptical of Libyan Involvement
American conservatives are divided on the merits of their country’s military involvement in North Africa.
Gates Criticizes European Defense Ineptitude
The outgoing defense secretary urges European NATO allies to boost their military prowess.
Despots Who Fight to the Bitter End
Wikistrat wonders what to do about hardheaded old dictators who refuse to go when their time is up.
The Drone Résumé Expands
The United States deploy drone aircraft in Libya in order to tilt the military balance in the rebels’ favor.