“Expressing grave concern
at the
deteriorating situation, the escalation of violence, and the heavy civilian casualties…
Condemning the gross and systematic violation of human rights, including arbitrary
detentions, enforced disappearances, torture and summary executions…
Considerin g that the widespread
and systematic
attacks currently taking place
in the Libyan Arab Jamahiriya against
the civilian
population
may amount to crimes against humanity…
Expressing
its determination to ensure
the protection
of civilians ….
Authorizes Member
States that have
notified
the Secretary-General….to
take all necessary measures…. to protect civilian s and civilian populated areas under threat of attack”