Libyan rebels push towards Az Zawiyah

ALJAZEERA:  Libyan opposition fighters have captured a strategic town in western Libya, as they intensify a push towards the coastal city of Az Zawiyah.

Hundreds of rebels fought Muammar Gaddafi’s forces in the battle for Bir Ghanem, 85km from the capital, Tripoli, on Saturday morning…

The offensive was part of the rebels’ attempt to get closer to Tripoli. The rebels said earlier this week they hoped to reach the capital before the end of the Muslim fasting month of Ramadan…  (more)

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