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NATO steps up attacks against pro-Gaddafi forces near Sirte

BRUSSELS, Sept 12 (KUNA) -- NATO warplanes in the past 24 hours destroyed a number of military assets near Sirte considered to be a stronghold of Gaddai loyalists.
A NATO statement Monday said one military logistic structure, one command and control node, one radar system, three surface to air missile systems and seven armed vehicles were destroyed near Sirte.
Moreover, In the vicinity of Waddan four anti-aircraft guns, and In the vicinity of Sebha one command and control node of the pro-Gaddafi forces were also destroyed.
Since the beginning of the NATO operation over Libya on March 31st, NATO planes have flown a a total of 22,342 sorties, including 8,390 strike sorties. (end) nk.gta KUNA 121610 Sep 11NNNN