Libya: Are you satisfied with the response from Ottawa?

Anti-government protesters rally in Benghazi, Libya in recent days as Canada on Monday condemned the violent crackdowns by security forces. (Associated Press)

By CBC News

Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister Lawrence Cannon has "strongly condemned the violent crackdowns on innocent protesters" in Libya, joining the United States and many European countries in urging citizens to avoid non-essential travel to that country.

"We call on the Libyan security forces to respect the human right of demonstrators and uphold their commitment to freedom of speech and the right to assembly," said Cannon.

"Libyan authorities must show restraint and stop the use of lethal force against the protesters," he said.

Clashes between protesters and security forces in Libya, calling for the ouster of longtime leader Moammar Gadhafi, have led to at least 200 deaths.

Demonstrations are taking place, particularly in the eastern part of the country, including the cities of Benghazi, Derna, Baida and Tobruk, and clashes between protesters and security forces spread Sunday night to the capital, Tripoli.

"Canadians are advised to avoid all gatherings and demonstrations and to stay away from places where they may occur, because they may turn violent without warning," a statement from Cannon's office said Monday.

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(This survey is not scientific. It is based on readers' responses.)