Rebel fighters have been moving towards the capital, Tripoli, from the east and the west, following their recent gains

They have captured a key army base on the road to Tripoli, seizing large amounts of arms

The rebels were halted in their advance from the west, retreating under heavy fire in Maya

New clashes have been reported in Tripoli following clashes in several districts overnight

In an audio message on state TV, Col Gaddafi said he would stay in Tripoli until the end