Bani Walid Captured By Libyan Government Troops

Gaddafi Stronghold Bani Walid Captured By Libya Government Troops -- The Guardian

At least 20 die in battle for desert town which remained loyal to late Libyan dictator

Libyan government forces captured the town of Bani Walid on Wednesday, ending an eight-day battle that has cost at least 20 lives and left more than 200 wounded.

The desert town, described by the government as Libya's last stronghold loyal to Muammar Gaddafi, has defied official control since January.

Government spokesman Nasser al-Mana'a said the offensive followed a string of kidnappings by gangs in the town and the murder of a former militiaman credited with capturing Gaddafi last year.

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