now the european union has drawn up contingency plans to put forces on the ground. this would only come if the u.n. asks for it, which it hasn't. it would be purely logistical with no plans for any combat. is that realistic? >> it's totally unrealistic to expect that if you're going into a combat arena and driving a truck, think of iraq, afghanistan, driving through pakistan. all of these u.s. soldiers and contractors have been fired upon, involved in combat, killed. >> robert mcginnis is an analyst who served in four infantry divisions, there are positives to sending eu forces into libya. they could help secure ports and other areas, and give hope to other residents and forces. these operations can turn chaotic and bloody very quickly. the british are planning to send military officers to benghazi to