NATO Admits to Accidental Strike on Libyan Rebels -- Voice Of America
NATO has confirmed it was responsible for airstrikes that hit Libyan rebel tanks outside the eastern city of Brega Thursday, blaming the confusing situation on the ground.
NATO deputy commander Russell Harding told reporters Friday that allied forces had never seen rebels operating tanks before. Rebel leaders say four people died in the strikes.
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