Another Fortress Falls But Gaddafi Diehards Fight On -- Sydney Morning Herald
SIRTE: Soldiers of Libya's National Transitional Council have entered Bani Walid, one of the last two outposts still loyal to Muammar Gaddafi, it was reported yesterday.
The Arabic television service Al Jazeera said council forces had encountered heavy resistance from Gaddafi loyalists but controlled 60 per cent of the desert oasis on Sunday.
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MIDDLE EAST
As Syria conflict continues, more weapons smuggled in. Activists: Syrian forces fight defectors; 5 killed.
Iran, Saudi Arabia tensions spur fears of a proxy war.
Iran demands access to accused US plotter.
Saudi warns it will not tolerate riots during hajj.
ASIA
North Korea and U.S. to meet in Geneva next week-report.
Analysis: China watches nervously as Taiwan election nears.
Terror specter up in Kyrgyzstan.
India campaign over 'draconian' anti-insurgent law.
AFRICA
Pro-Gaddafi TV station confirms death of son Khamis.
Libya struggles with transition amid protracted battle for Sirte, Bani Walid. Libya conflict: NTC forces claim Bani Walid advance.
Kenyan forces enter Somalia to battle militants. Tanks and jets: Kenyan military moves into Somalia.
Ex-Gaddafi Tuareg fighters boost Mali rebels.
Liberia President Sirleaf welcomes run-off with Tubman.
Violence leaves Egypt's Christians fearful, defiant.
EUROPE
Berlin dampens summit hopes, banks under pressure.
European debt crisis to end in three years: central bank advisor.
Greece heads for standstill before austerity vote.
In Italy, rioting leads to recriminations.
Eta: Kofi Annan in talks to discuss end of Basque group.
France's Socialists have a candidate.
AMERICAS
Calderon comments spark Mexico drugs war row with PRI.
Mexico army frees 61 kidnap victims in Coahuila. Mexico soldiers rescue 61 people held by drug gang.
Leader's death a new challenge for Cuba's 'Ladies'.
Heavy rains wreak havoc through Central America.
TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR
Al Qaeda tries a new tactic in Somalia: Philanthropy.
U.S. drone strikes kill Al Qaeda operative in Yemen.
Obama team’s Al-Awlaki memo furthered Bush legacy: Noah Feldman.
ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS
China surpasses U.S. as EU's top trade partner: MOC.
IMF resources adequate: Lagarde.
Insight: Running Chinese finance, a different kind of banker.
Shares fall after Germany's eurozone debt deal warning.
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