Civilians flee pro-Gaddafi town ahead of assault

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NORTH GATE OF BANI WALID, Libya (Reuters) – Libyan fighters handed out free petrol to help hundreds of civilians flee a desert town held by Muammar Gaddafi’s forces ahead of an onslaught aimed at capturing one of the ousted ruler’s last bastions. Libyans are seen through a Kingdom of Libya flag during a celebration rally in front of the residence of Muammar Gaddafi at the Bab al-Aziziyah complex in Tripoli September 13, 2011. (REUTERS/Suhaib Salem) Complaining of hardship and intimidation, residents of Bani Walid headed to nearby towns or started the 180 km (112-mile) journey north towards Tripoli on Tuesday in cars packed with children and possessions. Forces of the new ruling National…

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Civilians flee pro-Gaddafi town ahead of assault

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