BBC News
March 12, 2011
The Arab League has backed the idea of a no-fly zone over Libya, reports say, as rebels continue to be pushed back by Colonel Gaddafi’s forces.
- A d v e r t i s e m e n t
- {openx:49}
A special meeting in Cairo voted to ask the UN Security Council to impose the policy, diplomats told news agencies.
The UK and France have pushed for the idea, but have failed so far to win firm backing from the EU or Nato.
Libyan rebel forces have meanwhile suffered fresh setbacks including the loss of the key oil port of Ras Lanuf.
The Emergency Election Sale is now live! Get 30% to 60% off our most popular products today!