Libya conflict: Cameron and Sarkozy visit Tripoli

Gerald · 09-15-11, 06:40 AM

Nicolas Sarkozy and David Cameron hold Tripoli news conference with NTC leaders.

British PM David Cameron and French President Nicolas Sarkozy are in Libya, the most senior Western leaders to visit since Muammar Gaddafi was ousted.

Their countries were at the forefront of Nato's Libyan operation.

They met National Transitional Council (NTC) leaders in Tripoli, and are to fly to Benghazi to speak in the former rebel stronghold's Liberty Square.

NTC chief Mustafa Abdul Jalil thanked the two leaders for taking "brave positions" during the Libyan uprising.

"They showed us political economic and military support which helped the rebels establish a state, and we thank France and the UK for that," he told a Tripoli news conference.

On Wednesday, Mr Abdul Jalil had appealed for weapons to help the NTC take the few areas of Libya still loyal to Col Gaddafi, telling the BBC the fugitive leader was in the country's south, plotting his revenge.

Responding, the British and French leaders praised the bravery of the Libyan people, and pledged continued support for the NTC's goal of creating a peaceful and democratic state.

"The fact that roads are full of traffic, your water is flowing, your hospitals are working, this is impressive," said Mr Cameron.

"But this is not finished. Gaddafi is still at large. We must keep on with the Nato mission until civilians are all protected and this work is finished.

"We will help you find Gaddafi and bring him to justice, and we will help you take dangerous weapons such as mines and surface-to-air missiles out of Libya."

Easing sanctions

Mr Cameron and Mr Sarkozy arrived in Libya earlier on Thursday and flew by helicopter to a hospital where they were greeted by crowds of cheering staff and patients.

The two leaders are hugely popular in Libya, where common graffiti slogans include: "Merci Sarkozy!" and "Thank you Britain!"

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-14926308

Note: 15 September 2011 Last updated at 11:34 GMT

Jimbuna · 09-15-11, 07:38 AM

If it wasn't on just about every news channel in existence I might be a tad more interested

Skybird · 09-15-11, 08:07 AM

You have to give it to Sarkozy, he is consistent. He shook the hand of Gaddafi who obviously has murdered thousands, ordered terror strike against Europe, and tortured in his prisons, now he shakes the hands of those being accused of having committed mass tortures to death, mutilations, mass executions of prisoners, murder-by-opportunity, and who want to implement Shariah law.

As a politician, you need to show that you stick to your principles.

The head of the rebel'S council who is so often on TV now and gets referred to so often by Western politicians, has been one of Gaddafi'S closest allies and executioners, btw. It'S as if Eichmann would have become interim chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany after WWII.

09-15-11, 06:40 AM	#1
Gerald SUBSIM Newsman Join Date: May 2008 Location: Close to sea Posts: 24,254 Downloads: 553 Uploads: 0	Libya conflict: Cameron and Sarkozy visit Tripoli Nicolas Sarkozy and David Cameron hold Tripoli news conference with NTC leaders. British PM David Cameron and French President Nicolas Sarkozy are in Libya, the most senior Western leaders to visit since Muammar Gaddafi was ousted. Their countries were at the forefront of Nato's Libyan operation. They met National Transitional Council (NTC) leaders in Tripoli, and are to fly to Benghazi to speak in the former rebel stronghold's Liberty Square. NTC chief Mustafa Abdul Jalil thanked the two leaders for taking "brave positions" during the Libyan uprising. "They showed us political economic and military support which helped the rebels establish a state, and we thank France and the UK for that," he told a Tripoli news conference. On Wednesday, Mr Abdul Jalil had appealed for weapons to help the NTC take the few areas of Libya still loyal to Col Gaddafi, telling the BBC the fugitive leader was in the country's south, plotting his revenge. Responding, the British and French leaders praised the bravery of the Libyan people, and pledged continued support for the NTC's goal of creating a peaceful and democratic state. "The fact that roads are full of traffic, your water is flowing, your hospitals are working, this is impressive," said Mr Cameron. "But this is not finished. Gaddafi is still at large. We must keep on with the Nato mission until civilians are all protected and this work is finished. "We will help you find Gaddafi and bring him to justice, and we will help you take dangerous weapons such as mines and surface-to-air missiles out of Libya." Easing sanctions Mr Cameron and Mr Sarkozy arrived in Libya earlier on Thursday and flew by helicopter to a hospital where they were greeted by crowds of cheering staff and patients. The two leaders are hugely popular in Libya, where common graffiti slogans include: "Merci Sarkozy!" and "Thank you Britain!" http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-14926308 Note: 15 September 2011 Last updated at 11:34 GMT __________________ Nothing in life is to be feard,it is only to be understood. Marie Curie

09-15-11, 07:38 AM	#2
Jimbuna Chief of the Boat Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: 250 metres below the surface Posts: 190,539 Downloads: 63 Uploads: 13	If it wasn't on just about every news channel in existence I might be a tad more interested __________________ Wise men speak because they have something to say; Fools because they have to say something. Oh my God, not again!!

09-15-11, 08:07 AM	#3
Skybird Soaring Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: the mental asylum named Germany Posts: 42,629 Downloads: 10 Uploads: 0	You have to give it to Sarkozy, he is consistent. He shook the hand of Gaddafi who obviously has murdered thousands, ordered terror strike against Europe, and tortured in his prisons, now he shakes the hands of those being accused of having committed mass tortures to death, mutilations, mass executions of prisoners, murder-by-opportunity, and who want to implement Shariah law. As a politician, you need to show that you stick to your principles. The head of the rebel'S council who is so often on TV now and gets referred to so often by Western politicians, has been one of Gaddafi'S closest allies and executioners, btw. It'S as if Eichmann would have become interim chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany after WWII. __________________ If you feel nuts, consult an expert.