Wednesday, March 2, 2011

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Deadly fighting as Gadhafi tries to retake rebel-held town

Tripoli, Libya (CNN) -- Libyan aircraft bombed a section of eastern Libya on Wednesday as leader Moammar Gadhafi tried to retake control of an area seized by rebel forces.

http://edition.cnn.com/2011/WORLD/africa/03/02/libya.conflict/index.html?hpt=T1

Battle rages over Libyan oil port

The Libyan air force has bombed the oil refinery and port town of Marsa El Brega as battles between forces loyal and against Muammar Gaddafi continued to rage in several towns across the North African country. 

http://english.aljazeera.net/news/africa/2011/03/20113242554921501.html

Libya rebels celebrate 'victory'

Rebels in Libya have been celebrating after fighting off an attempt by troops loyal to Col Muammar Gaddafi to retake the eastern oil port of Brega.
Arabs may impose Libya no fly zone
International concern grows over violence in Libya with Arab state ministers saying they could impose a "no-fly" zone.

Oil prices in Asia stick near their recent high levels

Oil prices are hovering near recent highs after an air strike in Libya and fresh clashes between government forces and rebels fanned supply fears.

Battle for Bregga could mark start of real war in Libya

At least six people die as eastern town fights off attack by pro-Gaddafi forces

Arab revolt: Tunisia's "stolen revolution"? 

Nearly two months after President Zine al-Abidine Ben Ali fled the country he ruled for 23 years, some Tunisians are asking whether the authoritarian system he created is really being dismantled.

Pope finds Jews not to blame for death of Jesus

Pope concludes those responsible for the crucifixion were the 'Temple aristocracy' and supporters of the rebel Barabbas


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