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NATO fighter strikes Libyan state TV satellite facility during Operation Unified Protector 3007112.
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A few hours ago, NATO
conducted a precision air strike that disabled three ground-based Libyan
state TV satellite transmission dishes in Tripoli. |
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The strike, performed by
NATO fighter aircraft using state-of-the art precision guided munitions,
was conducted in accordance with the UN Security Council Resolution
1973, with the intent of degrading Qadhafi’s use of satellite
television as a means to intimidate the Libyan people and incite acts
of violence In light of our mandate to protect civilian lives, we had to act. After due consideration and careful planning to minimize the risks of casualties or long-term damage to television transmission capabilities, NATO performed the strike and we are now in the process of assessing its effect. Striking specifically these critical satellite dishes will reduce the regime’s ability to oppress civilians while at the same time preserve television broadcast infrastructure that will be needed after the conflict. NATO will continue to take appropriate measures to enforce the UN mandate and to protect the lives of the people of Libya. |
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