Key Libyan General Captured By Rebels

Libyan rebels say they have captured General Abdul Nabih Zayid as they attempt to push government forces out of Zlitan. Photograph: Esam Omran Al-Fetori/Reuters

Libyan Rebels In Zlitan Capture Key Government Commander -- The Guardian

General Abdul Nabih Zayid arrested during rebel advance and questioned over Misrata civilian killings, says opposition.

Libyan rebels claimed to have made significant advances against Muammar Gaddafi's forces on Thursday amid signs that the regime is feeling the strain of offensives backed by Nato air power.

Rebels in the western city of Misrata said they had captured the chief of operations of government forces in Zlitan on the first day of their attack.

General Abdul Nabih Zayid was caught late on Wednesday after advancing fighters overran his command post at Souk Talat, a small village on the outskirts of Zlitan, opposition commanders said.

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My Comment: When a General's command post is overrun, this tells me that attrition rates in Gaddafi's forces are now starting to have an impact. Calls for "volunteers" to fill the empty ranks with offers of cash is even more proof that they are losing this war.