Libyan forces shell Ajdabiya as rebels flee toward Benghazi
Libyan government troops bombarded the eastern city of Ajdabiya with airstrikes missiles tanks and artillery driving residents toward Benghazi 140 miles northeast. Rebels tried two old warplanes to strike a government ship but were overwhelmed as tanks entered from two directions and roads were hit rendering rebel defenses ineffective. The offensive endangers Benghazi and halts earlier rebel momentum toward Tripoli as Western efforts for a no fly zone falter at the UN Security Council.
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No fly resolution at U N targets Libyan air raids
United Nations considers a no fly zone as France urges swift action against Muammar Gaddafi planes bombing civilians. Russia and Germany voice doubts while Lebanon introduces the measure backed by the Arab League and urged by France and Britain.
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Bahrain Crisis Deepens as King Imposes Three Month Emergency
Bahrain’s king declared a three month state of emergency to quell a Shiite uprising as clashes spread through Manama and surrounding areas. Over 1,000 Saudi led troops joined Bahrain’s security effort while Iran and Hezbollah condemned foreign troops. At least three people died including a Saudi soldier. hundreds were wounded by shotgun and club violence. Doctors at Salmaniya hospital described a chaotic scene with many shot at close range. Western officials urged calm amid foreign military deployments and ongoing protests at Pearl Square.
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