Targetted air raids on Libyan army positions could take place as soon as the United Nations approves the use of force in the north African country, French sources said this evening.

"From the moment the resolution is adopted, military actions could begin in the hours that follow," a French diplomatic source said on condition of anonymity.

"Strikes could take place as soon as this evening or tomorrow, Friday," another knowledgeable source told AFP, also requesting anonymity.

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