U.S. jet crashes in Libya, but pilots safe; Gates sees airstrikes slowing soon

Both members of a U.S. fighter jet crew were rescued in Libya after their F-15E Strike Eagle malfunctioned and crashed, the U.S. military said. Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates said "significant military fighting" in Libya "should recede in the next few days."

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/22/AR2011032201632.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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Egypt's leaders seek police force's speedy return to duty

CAIRO - Responding to public alarm over escalating lawlessness and sectarian violence, Egyptian political leaders urged police Thursday to return to the streets as soon as possible, saying their absence threatens to undermine the country's fledgling democracy.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/10/AR2011031004204.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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Arab League's backing of no-fly zone over Libya ramps up pressure on West

The league's move represents an extraordinary step by the leading Arab organization, historically reluctant to sanction a member, and provided fresh evidence of the reformist spirit recasting Arab politics.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/12/AR2011031200900.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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