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The BBC News Africa reports:
Libya's government has declared an immediate ceasefire after a UN Security Council resolution backed "all necessary measures" short of occupation to protect civilians in the country.
Libyan Foreign Minister Mussa Kussa said the ceasefire was intended to protect civilians.
Western powers had been discussing how to enforce the UN resolution.
It was passed as troops loyal to Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi advanced on the rebel-held second city of Benghazi.
Before the announcement of the ceasefire, heavy fighting between pro-Gaddafi forces and rebels was reported to be continuing.
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