The sincere problem that has existed for decades in the Middle East is the void of an Arab authority maintaining vigilance over the region. It has always been handed off to The West with very poor result. The Arab nations frequently witness citizens opposed to Western forces in their country, including cultural reasons. This coalition currently includes several jets from two Arab nations. Those nations still need the support of The West in building strength and competency that will evenutally bring these nations to lead.
I sincerely believe this coalition is the first step in achieving a higher order of authority for the Middle East. Now, not only Israel will be viewed with competency in securing its borders, but, other nations can speak to defense competency that will provide safety and security for their citizens. It is they that will lead to bring a new government to Libya.
In other words, "As the USA steps down, hopefully in time, the Arab nations will step up."
...Clinton, responding to the NATO decision in Brussels, (click title to entry -thank you) claimed significant progress in the air campaign led thus far by U.S. forces.
But she sounded a note of caution, saying that while forces loyal to Mr. Gadhafi have been pushed back from the rebel stronghold of Benghazi and elsewhere, they remain a "serious threat" to the safety of the Libyan people.
"In the days ahead, as NATO assumes command and control responsibilities, the welfare of those civilians will be of paramount concern. This operation has already saved many lives but the danger is far from over. As long as the Gadhafi regime threatens its people and defies the United Nations, we must remain vigilant and focused," she said.
Clinton said Arab leadership and participation in the coalition is "crucial", and welcomed the announcement that the United Arab Emirates will deploy 12 aircraft to no-fly-zone enforcement, joining Qatar as the second Arab contributor....
I can hear the Right Wing now, "Next thing you know they'll be bombing here." The 'Anti-American Hate stationed in the Middle East' already did that on September 11, 2001. It is time the Middle East achieved a strong peace where they can solve their own problems.
