Mission Creep...

Just been watching the latest Pentagon briefing on the conflict in Libya.

I have to say that Vice Admiral Bill Gortney struggled manfully - but unsuccessfully - to convince me that the coalition forces have not extended their mission to bring about regime change.

Our governments must think we are extremely gullible or just don't give a damn.

It is absolutely clear that coalition forces are providing air support to the 'rebels' as they push west towards Tripoli, in contravention of UN Resolution 1973.

Whether or not you agree with this strategy, can we not at least expect our governments to be honest with us?

During questioning Vice Admiral Gortney stated that there were no confirmed reports of civilian casualties as a result of coalition action.

It is a pity that no one asked him how many Libyan soldiers, sailors and airmen have been killed.

It seems that our concern for human life does not stretch that far.