Updated: September 21, 2011, 12:00 AM
In pictures: Pro-Qaddafi forces hold out in last pockets of resistance
epa02927307 An injured Libyan rebel fighter is assisted by doctors at a field hospital near Sirte as rebels push to take control of the city, in Libya, on 20 September 2011. Reports state on 20 September 2011 that the new Libyan leadership was recognized at a formal meeting at the United Nations (UN), where the new red, black and green flag of rebel fighters was raised alongside that of the UN. Close to 60 government representatives, including 21 heads of state, attended the meeting to pursue talks on assisting Libya in reconstruction efforts and the establishment of democratic institutions. EPA/GUILLEM VALLE *** Local Caption *** 02927307.jpg
Fighters loyal to Libya's transitional leaders prepare RPGs in an area about 5 km (3 miles) from the centre of Muammar Gaddafi's hometown. Anis Mili / Reuters
Rebel fighters are seen through a damaged car window at a check point near Sirte, Libya, Tuesday, Sept. 20, 2011. Revolutionary fighters have not been able to take over central positions in Sirte, as pro-Gaddafi forces have the advantage of knowing the c???
An anti-Gaddafi fighter is being taken to a field hospital in Herawa after he was injured during clashes with Gaddafi loyalists, around 50 km (31 miles) east of Sirte. In the latest reverse in weeks of chaotic fighting over Sirte, Muammar Gaddafi's birthp???
An anti-Gaddafi fighter opens fire in Tripoli September 20, 2011. Ismail Zitouny / Reuters
Revolutionary fighters fire grad missiles towards Sirte, Libya, where a pro-Gaddafi forces base is believed to be located. Gaia Anderson / AP Photo
Anti-Gaddafi fighters detain a man at a house believed to belong to a Gaddafi loyalist in Tripoli. Suhaib Salem / Reuters
Anti-Gaddafi fighters run toward a burning house believed to belong to a Gaddafi loyalist in Tripoli. Citizens in the neighbourhood destroyed several houses belonging to senior military officers they called Gaddafi loyalists. Suhaib Salem / Reuters