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