There are reports that rebels in Libya may soon conduct an assault on one of
Colonel Gaddafi's last remaining strongholds.

The National Transitional Council's interim leader has reiterated the
September 10th deadline for a pro-Gaddafi surrender.

Rebel troops are threatening to move in on the city of Bani Walid - one of the
areas Colonel Gaddifi is suspected to be hiding in.

Defence Secretary, Liam Fox, says Gaddafi's supporters will soon be forced to
make a choice.

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