UN approves no-fly zone over Libya
The UN Security Council has approved a no-fly zone over Libya and authorised “all necessary measures” to protect civilians from attacks by Muammar Gaddafi’s forces.
The vote tonight was 10-0 with five abstentions, including Russia and China.
The United States, France and Britain pushed for speedy approval because Gaddafi’s forces are advancing toward opposition-held Benghazi.
The Libyan leader vowed tonight to oust the rebels from their eastern stronghold.
French Prime Minister Francois Fillon said if the resolution was approved, France would support military action against Gaddafi within hours.
The US said it was preparing for action.
