Gadhafi Abandons Misrata; Rebels Jubilant

Moammar Gadhafi’s troops backed away from Misrata today, reports the AP, as jubilant rebels claimed victory after having withstood nearly two months of shelling. “Misrata is free, the rebels have won. Of Gadhafi’s forces, some are killed and others are running away,” said a rebel. A Gadhafi spokesman said that…

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Gadhafi Abandons Misrata; Rebels Jubilant

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