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| Libyan Rebels Reclaim Ajdabiya |
| 2011-03-26 |
| Libyan rebels have overcome Muammar al-Qaddafi's forces in strategic oil town of Ajdabiya, seizing control of the city Saturday. Coalition warplanes struck Qaddafi's forces outside the strategic city of Ajdabiya Friday, the gateway to the rebel-held east, hitting an artillery battery and armored vehicles. Tiny Qatar also became the first Arab country to fly combat missions over Libya. Pentagon officials say they considering more firepower and airborne surveillance systems to find and attack enemy troops in Libya. The proposed attacks would target forces loyal to Qaddafi, who still remain a threat to civilians in the area. Among the weapons being eyed for use in Libya is the Air Force's AC-130 gunship, an imposing aircraft armed with cannons that shoot from the side doors with precision. Other possibilities are helicopters and drones that fly lower and slower and can spot more than fast-moving jet fighters. A good live fire range for A10s. |
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