As it happened: Libya conflict
Key points
- Rebel fighters have been moving towards the capital, Tripoli, from the east and the west, following their recent gains
- They have captured a key army base on the road to Tripoli, seizing large amounts of arms
- The rebels were halted in their advance from the west, retreating under heavy fire in Maya
- New clashes have been reported in Tripoli following clashes in several districts overnight
- In an audio message on state TV, Col Gaddafi said he would stay in Tripoli until the end
- The regime earlier called for an immediate ceasefire, saying Nato faces having blood on its hands
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