3:18am
Libya state TV is reporting that airstrikes have killed 48 people and wounded 150 in „civilian areas“. Citing an armed forces statement it said the capital Tripoli as well as cities of Benghazi, Misurata and Zuwarah were also hit.

3:01am
Mark Toner, the acting deputy spokesman for the US state department, said no US officials remain in Libya. He said in a statement citizens are strongly advised against travel to the country, and urged those already there to leave immediately.

2:39am
Gunfire and anti-aircraft fire heard over Libyan capital Tripoli.