Libya
Events in North Africa and elsewhere in the Arab world have given European leaders the opportunity to try and redeem the legacy of their colonial pasts. The heads of government in Great Britain, France and…
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Gadaffi’s Troops Bombard Rebels In Brega
Libyan rebels were bombarded by government artillery and rocket fire on the outskirts of Brega Tuesday as the two sides continue to fight for control of the oil town. On Monday, the opposition captured a…
Rebels Regroup As Top Government Offical Defects
After losing ground to government forces in recent days Libyan rebels are regrouping to launch a counter-attack near the eastern city of Brega. Meanwhile, a top official from Muammar Gaddafi’s inner-circle defected to the west….
Another Manic Monday for Libya
Soldiers loyal to Libyan Prime Minister Moammar Qaddafi began launching rocket attacks on the village of , southwest of the Libyan capital, in an effort to crush rebel forces there. Opposition fighters continue their assault…
Fighting Continues In Libya As Allies Squabble Over Leadership
The siege of Misrata continued in full force Tuesday as Muammar Gaddafi’s forces pounded the city with tank and artillery fire. Meanwhile, rebels were halted in their attempt to regain control of Ajdabiya, failing to…
Uncertainty Looms In Libya
The United Nations Security Council has ordered a no-fly zone over Libya and air strikes to protect the civilians from Moammar Gaddafi’s soldiers. In return, Gaddafi agreed to a ceasefire to prevent any more civilians…
