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NATO blocks possible peace deal in Libya

April 18, 2011 By Emile Schepers

The two European NATO countries which have spearheaded the intervention in war torn Libya, the United Kingdom and France, are calling for an intensification of the intervention.

Tensions linger in Ivory Coast

April 13, 2011 By Dennis Laumann

The capture and detention of former President Laurent Gbagbo ends last week's military standoff in Côte d'Ivoire, but innumerable challenges remain.

Humanitarian intervention or regime change?

April 5, 2011 By Sam Webb

I was suspicious of the UN Security Council's establishment of a Libya no fly zone from the beginning, and events seem to be proving me right.

AFRICOM and the Libya War

March 28, 2011 By Emile Schepers

Many African nations, including especially South Africa, expressed qualms about AFRICOM.

War is not the answer for Libya

March 21, 2011 By PW Editorial Board

President Obama needs to stand up against the warhawks, by moving toward a quick cease-fire in Libya.