Libya Unrest: SAS Members 'Arrested Near Benghazi' -- BBC
Details of a UK operation to rebel-held Benghazi in Libya in which eight men - six reportedly SAS - were arrested, have been disclosed to the BBC.
Defence Secretary Liam Fox said a small diplomatic team was in Benghazi and "they were in touch with them".
The BBC's Jon Leyne said witnesses saw six men in black overalls land in a helicopter near the city early on Friday and they were met by two others.
They were later arrested when it was discovered they were carrying weapons.
According to an earlier report in the Sunday Times the unit was trying to put UK diplomats in touch with rebels trying to topple the Gaddafi regime.
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UK negotiating to free captured troops, Libya rebels say -- CNN
SAS unit, diplomat 'held' by Libya rebels -- AFP
Libya: 'SAS unit seized' as Colonel Gaddafi troops massacre rebels -- Mirror
British soldiers reportedly detained as battles continue to rage across Libya -- News.com.au
Britain said negotiating release of its soldiers held by Libya rebels -- Haaretz
Britain mum on reports SAS troops held in Libya -- Times of India/AFP
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