Libya: NATO jets bombard armys weapons depot

Libya: NATO jets bombard armys weapons depot
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Summary At least five rebels were killed in clashes with pro-Gaddafi forces in Misratah.

As clashes continue between Gaddafi’s forces and the rebels, NATO forces bombarded Libyan army’s weapons depot in Zintan.The rebel forces have again started to gather in Ajdabiya, as they prepare to attack the Libyan forces. Armed with heavy weapons on vehicles, the rebels were seen patrolling the city. According to the Arab media, five people were killed and 10 were injured when Libyan forces attacked the rebels in Misratah. The rebels said that the Libyan forces were facing heavy fire as they tried to enter the city. The rebels also said that the NATO forces rather than helping are attacking them.On the other hand, NATO Deputy Commander, talking to the media in Brussels, said that NATO forces targeted the rebel tanks on Friday. He said that NATO forces were not aware that the rebels were using tanks against the Libyan forces. He also said that such an incident will not occur again.To investigate the crimes against humanity being carried out in Libya, the United Nations has formed a three-member panel and said that the investigation will soon be launched.

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