The rebels have rapidly advanced westward toward the capital in recent days.

Libyan rebels again advanced towards the oil town of Brega.

During the attack, the rebels first advanced to a bridge on the southwestern outskirts before being hit by loyalist artillery fire.

The baccalaureate ceremony, originally scheduled for earlier in June, was canceled because rebels advanced toward the capital.

Within a week, the rebels advanced toward the capital unchallenged by loyalist troops.

The rebels quickly advanced to the outskirts of Jaffna itself.

They generally crossed the border well fed, even bringing their animals with them, having received warning as the rebels advanced.

Both rebels briefly joined forces and advanced on Constantinople.

The rebellion has steadily gained momentum, and in recent weeks the rebels have advanced to within a few miles of the capital.

As the rebels advanced, the roads were blocked to civilian traffic.