But it would be a modest step in the direction of reducing the great harm currently being done. A more comprehensive approach, if one could be found, would be far preferable.
禁飞区绝不是解决叙利亚冲突的办法。但它可以作为减少当前巨大伤害的一小步。更完整的计划——如果可以找的话——当然更值得选择。在找到更好的办法以前，设置禁飞区是值得做出的有助于阻止大屠杀的努力。