Libyan Rebel Forces Held the Libya Oil City

Libyan rebel forces held the city of oil, Race Lanouf of pro troops Libyan leader, Muamar Gaddafi. This is the first victory of the opposition.

As the AP reported breaking news, Saturday, March 5, 2011, Race Lanouf which is about 140 kilometers from the fortress Gaddafi, Sirte, fell into rebel hands Friday night. According to eyewitnesses, the fall of Ras preceded Lanouf fierce fighting.

Associated Press reporter who arrived to the race Saturday night encounter Race Lanouf red flag, black, and green - Gaddafi regime's supporters have descended on oil facilities in the city.

Previously, the opposite occurred in the City of Zawiya. Pro-Gaddafi Army broke through the rebel lines of power in the city which is only 50 kilometers from Tripoli. Muammar Gaddafi pro troops launched a mortar and gun fire. Witnesses said government buildings and houses damaged bomb struck.

Eyewitnesses also said the fire struck a number of points in Zawiya this Saturday. Thick black smoke rising in some areas of the city's population of 200,000 people. Meanwhile, a sniper (sniper), stalking and shooting anyone who looks on the streets, or people who dare to the outdoors.

Attack government troops forced the rebels to change position, deep in the city. "We will continue to fight and took to the streets. There is no " give up as long as Muammar Gaddafi was in power, "said one rebel forces.