More airstrikes in Libya

Forces loyal to Libyan leader Colonel Muammar Gadhafi have launched further air strikes on the rebel-held oil port of Ras Lanuf, in a renewed offensive.



According to witnesses, warplanes fired missiles on residential areas and near rebel positions in the desert.



There were no reports of casualties.



Meanwhile, the rebels say they have been approached by pro-Gadhafi officials offering to hold talks about allowing the Libyan leader to stand down and have safe passage through the country.



However, a rebel spokesman says the offer was rejected.



Opposition figures have made it very clear they are not interested in any deal and in any discussions until there is a ceasefire and Colonel Gadhafi stands down.



The UN says more than 1,000 people have died and 200,000 have fled the violence in Libya, which is now in its third week.