WSJ: U.N. Clears Way for Attack on Libya
EUROPE NEWS|MARCH 18, 2011 U.N. Clears Way for Attack on Libya U.S., Europe Ready to Launch Air Strikes Against Gadhafi Forces; Rebels' Worsening Plight Jolts White House to Act By JAY SOLOMON, ADAM ENTOUS And JOE LAURIA The United Nations Security Council authorized military force Thursday against Libyan leader Col. Moammar Gadhafi's security forces, opening the way for European and U.S. airstrikes within days.