Readout of President Obama’s meeting with his national security team on Libya

At today’s meeting, the President and his national security team reviewed the situation in Libya and options to increase pressure on Gaddafi. In particular, the conversation focused on efforts at the United Nations and potential UN Security Council actions, as well as ongoing consultations with Arab and European partners.

The President instructed his team to continue to fully engage in the discussions at the United Nations, NATO and with partners and organizations in the region.