Rebels press west toward Sirte as air raids intensify
Rebels moved quickly toward Sirte, Gadhafi's stronghold, after heavy air strikes on the city and Tripoli. Misrata witnessed clashes as western Libya remains volatile while oil ports change hands and international leaders discuss timeline and impact.
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Libya
Muammar Gadhafi
Sirte
Tripoli
Associated Press
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Misrata
Gangs rove Latakia as Syria endures unrest and emergency debate
Gangs of armed youths roamed Latakia's streets forming barricades and questioning passersby amid days of anti government protests across Syria. Activists reported gunfire in Damascus Metah 86 and authorities prepared to lift the nearly 50 year state of emergency with Assad set to speak on Tuesday.
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Reuters reports two Reuters journalists missing in Syria
Reuters says television producer Ayat Basma and cameraman Ezzat Baltaji both Lebanese nationals disappeared in Syria after failing to reach the Lebanese border on Saturday evening. A senior editor planned to travel to Damascus to seek official comment.
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Ezzat Baltaji
Damascus
U.S. Cuts Naval Firepower as Libya Campaign Shifts
The Pentagon reduces naval firepower against Gadhafi, signaling a smaller U.S. role as NATO takes over command in Libya. Officials say remaining ships and submarines still provide force, while Obama urges partners to assume major responsibility. Senate critics question mission length and cost as NATO assumes control.
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NBC
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Magnitude 6.5 quake shakes eastern Japan amid tsunami alert
A 6.5 magnitude earthquake struck off Honshu near Miyagi Prefecture prompting a local tsunami alert of up to 1.6 feet. No immediate damage or injuries reported. no wave anticipated for Hawaii or the U.S. West Coast. The quake occurred at a depth of 3.7 miles near the northeast coast.
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U.S
Honshu
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