While the Unite States and its European allies are increasing their roles in the Libyan conflict, the United Nations is warning against blurring the lines between military operations and relief work in the country. Italy has announced it will join France and Britain in sending military liaison officers to advise and train Libyan opposition forces. Meanwhile, the Libyan city of Misurata remains under siege. This is U.N. Humanitarian Chief Valerie Amos.

U.N. Humanitarian Chief Valerie Amos: “The situation in Misurata grows more serious every day. And although the U.N. is unable to obtain verifiable numbers, clearly hundreds of people have been killed and wounded during the almost continuous fighting. In addition, the reported use of cluster munitions in Misurata is extremely worrying.”