Libya News
International campaign against Gaddafi continues
Pressure is increasing for Libyan leader Gaddafi, as members of the regime desert him and international organisations condemn him and cut their ties with Libya.
UN Council demands end to violence in Libya
The UN Security Council has condemned the use of violence against peaceful protestors in Libya calling for those responsible to be held into account.
Situation tense in Libya following violence
Foreign nationals are being urged to leave Libya as security forces loyal to Col Muammar Gaddafi continue to battle protestors set on his overthrow. Hundreds are feared dead following often violent clashes, with the much of the east of the country in protestors’ hands.
Tripoli air crash kills 103
An aircraft operated by Afriqiyah Airways has crashed in Libya, with the loss of more than 100 lives. Initial reports suggest the Airbus 330 was just metres short of the runway when it came down, with a Dutch national believed to be the only survivor. The Foreign Office has confirmed one Briton was killed.