British Forces In Action Over Libya

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Source: Sky News

Natalie Fahy, Sky News Online

British forces are in action over Libya, Prime Minister David Cameron has confirmed, as UN allies began military strikes in earnest.

The action was launched against the country after leader Muammar Gaddafi apparently defied the UN's demand that he stop attacking his own people.

Loud blasts have been heard east of the capital Tripoli and fireballs were reportedly seen on the horizon.

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British ships are also involved in a naval blockade of the country, sources told Sky News, as the world launched a co-ordinated response based on an earlier UN resolution to protect Libyan civilians. HMS Westminster is reportedly one of the ships involved.

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