This Article is From Mar 21, 2011

Arab League criticizes allied airstrikes on Libya

Arab League criticizes allied airstrikes on Libya
Cairo: The head of the Arab League has criticized international strikes on Libya, saying they caused civilian deaths.

The Arab League's support for a no-fly zone last week helped overcome reluctance in the West for action in Libya. The UN authorized not only a no-fly zone but also "all necessary measures" to protect civilians.

Amr Moussa says the military operations have gone beyond what the Arab League backed.
Moussa has told reporters Sunday that "what happened differs from the no-fly zone objectives." He says "what we want is civilians' protection not shelling more civilians."

US and European strikes overnight targeted mainly air defences, the US military said. Libya says 48 people were killed, including civilians.
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