As events keep unfolding in Libya, the European Union is reacting in many ways.
It has imposed sanctions against the Libyan leadership. In a spirit of solidarity, the member states are coordinating repatriation of their nationals and are running a joint border control operation in Italy.
Humanitarian aid is being sent to the region. On 11 March EU leaders will meet to discuss the strategic lines of the Union's response.
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