August 25, 2011
A Final Surge to Tripoli
Street Fighting in Tripoli
Corinthia hotel A gun battle broke out in the afternoon around this luxury hotel, where many journalists are staying.
Bab al-Aziziya Some fighting continued at Col. Muammar el-Qaddafi's sprawling compound. Rebels found supplies in underground tunnels and bunkers.
Al-Nasr Forest Rebels found weapons and ammunition in underground trenches in the park next to Qaddafi's compound.
Abu Salim Hundreds were injured during heavy fighting in this residential neighborhood. Rumors swirled that Colonel Qaddafi or his sons may be hiding in an apartment building there.
Port of Tripoli A ship sent by the International Organization for Migration to bring migrant workers to safety finally docked after days of waiting offshore. It boarded 200 passengers for the trip to Benghazi.
Moving Toward Qaddafi Strongholds
| Zuwarah Pro-Qaddafi forces shelled the city from the south. Later reports said rebels had claimed the military base. | Tripoli Fighting broke out near Col. Muammar el-Qaddafi’s compound, and moved south toward the airport area where many top Qaddafi officials have country houses. | Bin Jawwad Rebels clashed with pro-Qaddafi forces as they advanced toward the stronghold of Surt from both sides. Rebel leaders were negotiating for a surrender. | Sabha Rebels reported heavy fighting in this southern Qaddafi stronghold. |
Attacking Qaddafi’s Compound
Tuesday, Aug. 23Fighting intensified around the compound throughout the morning.
3 p.m. local timeRebels reported they had reached the gates of the compound.
5:30 p.m.Rebels had broken into the inner compound, according to reporters on the scene.
6 p.m.Video showed rebels inside the compound firing celebratory shots and taking documents and other items.
Taking Control of the City
| Green Square Rebels seized control of the symbolic center of the city on Sunday night. | Bab al-Aziziya The primary compound of Colonel Qaddafi was surrounded by rebels on Sunday night. Loyalists still held the area on Monday afternoon. | Rixos Hotel Qaddafi’s forces hold this hotel, which was under attack on Tuesday. Many foreign journalists are based here. | Mitiga airport Rebels said they took control of the airport on Sunday afternoon. |
Attacking From West and East
| Mayah An elite brigade led by one of Colonel Qaddafi’s sons abandoned the city and its arm cache on Sunday. | Zawiyah Rebel took this strategic city on Saturday. | Misurata Rebels said they sent boats from the port city of Misurata to link up with fighters in the capital. | Zlitan Al Jazeera reported that this crucial barracks town fell early on Sunday. |