ChromeRadio Chrome360 | THE FUTURE OF AIR POWER | Air Power in the 2011 Libyan Campaign | Christina Goulter
Aug 20, 2018
Christina Goulter, a Senior Lecturer and expert in air power from King's College London, dives into the effectiveness of air power in the 2011 Libyan Campaign. She articulates why this intervention is seen as successful compared to the hesitance in applying the same tactics in Syria. Goulter uncovers the intricate dynamics of NATO's operations and the vital role of U.S. support, while also discussing Libya's ongoing security struggles post-intervention. This thoughtful analysis sheds light on the complexities of military interventions in unstable regions.
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UK Intervention in Libya
- The UK House of Commons overwhelmingly voted for intervention in Libya.
- This was extraordinary given the prior controversies surrounding Iraq and Afghanistan.
International Involvement in Libya
- The Libyan campaign saw broad international involvement, including many non-US partners.
- Even Sweden, a non-NATO member, participated to signal their capabilities and potential partnership with NATO against Russia.
Arab Support in Libya
- Arab involvement in the Libyan campaign was crucial for political support.
- This support helped legitimize the intervention against Gaddafi within the Arab world.