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Libya Politics | Human rights Tripoli reportedly "at lull before the storm"
A large number of sources in eastern Libya independently confirm that the situation in these "liberated" parts of the country is quiet, under control and even joyful. In Benghazi, controlled by protesters since Sunday, people in the streets are chanting "Tripoli, come and join us," in support of the ongoing struggle in the capital.
There have been few and somewhat confusing reports coming out of the Libyan capital this afternoon and evening. There have been reports of gunshots from both armed troops and helicopters earlier today from several eyewitnesses, speaking both to international media and sending messages through social media. But these reports have become fewer throughout the day; especially after Mr Ghaddafi's speech. Several claim that international phone lines are restricted or even cut. However, some reports have come out of Tripoli. Libyan state TV during all the afternoon has shown footage of what appears to be a larger crowd protesting in favour of Mr Ghaddafi, demonstrating their love towards the leader. The footage came immediately after Mr Ghaddafi's speech, which for once was made without a significant audience. The footage of pro-Ghaddafi rallies on state TV however clearly were not a live broadcast, as the jolly celebration of the leader was in bright daylight, while darkness was about to fal
Protesters in Tripoli have so far this evening not reported about major pro-Ghaddafi rallies. Protesters mostly have registered less security troop in the city this afternoon. Reports are however contradicting, with some sources talking about "people being killed wherever they are in the streets" and a "war zone" in Tripoli's central Green Square. But most agree there is now calm. Current reports from Tripoli mostly focus on fears that this is only the lull before the storm. "People are leaving their homes expecting that they will never return," on Tripoli protester said this afternoon. Unconfirmed reports talk about troops' movements close to the capital. The feared and well-equipped Khamis Brigade, led by Ghaddafi's youngest son Khamis, is reported to move into the capital, eyewitnesses have reported from Tripoli. This is seen as a sign of an upcoming bloodbath. By staff writers © afrol News - Create an e-mail alert for Libya news - Create an e-mail alert for Politics news - Create an e-mail alert for Human rights news
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