Friday, April 1, 2011

Liveblogging: The Libyan insurgents seek a cease-fire under certain conditions

LIBYA: The insurgents are ready for a cease-fire under certain conditions, announced the National Transitional Council (CNT) as the forces of Muammar Gaddafi have consolidated their positions in eastern Libya, especially in south 'Ajdabiya (160 km south of Benghazi). SYRIA: Protests against the ruling Baath Party erupted in Damascus and Latakia Deraa after Friday prayers despite the announcements and promises of power to try to calm the situation. At least 4 people were killed. YEMEN: Supporters and opponents of Yemeni President Ali Abdullah Saleh have mobilized massively in Sanaa on Friday when security forces and the army deployed an unprecedented fear of clashes between rival groups.

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