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Regardless of labels accountability must be sought in Libyan atrocities

By Brandy Ringer

Gabor Rona [International Legal Director, Human Rights First]: "Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi is committing atrocities against his people. His armed forces, police and mercenaries have been reported to be systematically targeting civilians in a misguided attempt to quell public demonstrations for democratic reform. A week ago, UN Secretary General Ban Ki Moon said this to reporters in Los Angeles: "I have seen very disturbing and shocking scenes, where Libyan authorities have been firing at demonstrators from warplanes and helicopters. This is unacceptable. This must stop immediately. This is a serious violation of international humanitarian law." It is gratifying to see the Secretary General's unequivocal condemnation. But there's a problem. International

Full post as published by JURIST - Hotline on March 18, 2011 (boomark / email).