Cameron called it right it seems, part of me thinks the Americans let him take a lead on requesting the no fly zone - knowing they would be the major partner with their forces, but perhaps not wanting to look like the rest of the world being dragged along behind them.
Of course the question is how much can be done purely from the air, there must be zero appetite for an ground offensive given Iraq and Afghanistan.
From the British point of view a important reminder on the unpredictability of defence need. Despite all the 5,10,15, 20 year studies I bet not a single one could predict this campaign. Balanced flexible forces for the unexpected is the only way to provide defence, and do not get too stuck on building defence for perceived threats that never materialise.
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