Photo Gallery The Libya Dilemma
Protesters across the world are rallying against Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi (pictured here is a demonstration in Seoul, South Korea). But Western leaders are still trying to decide what action to take.
Libyan rebels are urging the West to enforce a no-fly zone over the country. Doctors at a Benghazi hospital, pictured here, are among those calling for intervention.
But the issue is not easy for politicians in Europe and America, who have been strongly influenced by the unpopular wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.
German Chancellor Angela Merkel and Foreign Minister Westerwelle agree that nothing good will come from a no-fly zone over Libya. They both fear that this could lead to Germany being drawn into the civil war.
American warships have been sent to waters off the coast of Libya. US Defense Secretary Robert Gates commented: "We agree that we will continue with the planning of all military options." US President Barack Obama, however, has ruled out taking unilateral action.
