Libyan Rebels Reject Gaddafi's New Ceasefire Call

Author:
Euronews
Publisher:
Euronews
Publication Date:
31 May 2011
Tags:
Libya, South Africa, Conflict, Peace and Security, Governance

Rebels have rejected the results of fresh mediation efforts to end the conflict in Libya with Muammar Gaddafi giving no sign he is ready to step down.

South African President Jacob Zuma said the Libyan leader, making his first appearance on television since May 11, would agree to a ceasefire. But only his departure will satisfy NATO and rebels who dismissed the renewed ceasefire call out of hand.

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