...imply our actions in Libya are "aggressive", whereas that is far from the truth. We (including NATO) are there for the people of Libya.
I'm sure many former military would agree. However I remember recent history when the US gave Quedaffi billions in aid during his reign and he gave up nuclear ambitions to appease the west but that still wasn't enough. NATO is not now nor ever has been my friend as they provide war as a product. Peace keeping is code for war without end.