New Libya Challenge: Qaddafi Forces March On Despite No-fly Zone -- Christian Science Monitor
The challenge for coalition forces in Libya is how to stop Qaddafi loyalists from attacking cities without harming civilians, a top US officer says. It is the classic dilemma of urban warfare.
Libyan forces loyal to Muammar Qaddafi are stepping up their operations and moving into and out of key western cities, despite reports that some of these troops have pulled back, a top US military officer said Wednesday.
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MIDDLE EAST
Jerusalem blast raises fears of growing violence.
Rockets from Gaza hit deep into southern Israel.
Syria unrest: Deraa protesters march at funeral. At least 25 Syrian protesters killed, hospital says.
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Seven Estonian tourists abducted in Lebanon.
EU envoy defends Bahrain police amid unrest.
Jordan aims to avoid unrest with dialogue on sweeping reforms.
ASIA
Tokyo tap water unfit for infants; radiation warning on 11 vegetables.
US soldier gets 24 years for murders of 3 Afghans.
North Korea must make serious offer on nuke talks, Clinton says.
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AFRICA
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EUROPE
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Germany steps away from European unity.
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