Libyans Go to War

Publisher:
Al Jazeera
Publication Date:
2 March 2011
Tags:
Libya, Conflict, Peace and Security

Video 1: Airstrikes in Brega, Libya

As Libyan air force pilots still loyal to Col. Muammar Gaddafi drop bombs on the oil-rich town of Brega in the north of the country, armed Gaddafi opponents encircle his loyalists in the town's center.

Al Jazeera's Tony Birtley describes the situation from just outside the town.

Video 2: Rebels Prepare to March on Tripoli

Gaddafi's opponents prepare for war. Al Jazeera reports that organizers of the force say 5,000 volunteers are ready to fight the Libyan leader.

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