Representatives
of key Western powers also highlighted the possibility of
establishing a no-fly zone in Libya -- part of growing campaign
to break strongman Moammar Gadhafi's grip on power.
British, French and U.S. officials were working on a draft
text that includes language on a no-fly zone, diplomatic
sources at the United Nations told CNN.
The
language in the text will deal with triggers rather than
timelines for taking such a step, one diplomat noted. If
gross violations of human rights are committed, the diplomat
added, the elements of the text could be quickly turned
into a resolution.
Any
resolution on military intervention in Libya, however, would
be subject to a vote by the 15 members of the U.N. Security
Council. Such intervention could face sharp criticism from
Russia and China, who rarely approve of such measures.
Obama
stressed that NATO is considering a wide range of responses
-- including military options -- for dealing with the crisis.
White
House Press Secretary Jay Carney later cited three potential
responses under active consideration: establishing the no-fly
zone, military-backed humanitarian aid, and stronger enforcement
of the U.N. arms embargo.
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