What Can the US Military Do in Libya?

The Takeaway

The United States has stepped up its rhetoric as fighting continues in Libya between Gadhafi’s forces and rebel groups. At the same time, the American military is faced with the question of how to respond. From establishing a no-fly zone to assisting the pro-Democratic forces on the ground, what should the military do? Mark Landler, White House correspondent for The New York Times explains the complications with any military response. “It’s diplomatically a difficult hill to climb,” he says.

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