Rebels, Government Dispute Account Of Opposition Gains
June 13 2011
Libyan rebels say they have headed from Misrata toward Tripoli, reports Al Jazeera (Qatar).
The opposition said its fighters are advancing on Zlitan, one of three towns separating Misrata from the capital.
Fighting is taking place in the Mediterranean port city of Zawiyah, west of Tripoli, said the opposition.
The Libyan government said Monday it had repulsed a fresh attack on Zawiyah, reported the BBC. A spokesman denied that the rebels were gaining ground, reported the...
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