Al Bayda Protests

Al Bayda protests are a series of protests against Gaddafi in the eastern city of Al Bayda. They were occuring for 5 days. It was one of the first cities (along with Zintan) to oppose Gaddafi's regime and rule.

Feb 15
Anti-government protests started at the start of the Libyan crisis on February 15 where hundreds protest for "the end of the regime".

Feb 16
1,500 protesters stormed a security building, setting two cars on fire, burned headquarters of the traffic police, and ensued clashs with the police.

Feb 17
13 protesters were shot by government snipers.

Feb 18
The local police and riot-control defected to the protesters. Two police members were hunged by protesters for shooting civilians.

Feb 19
The government army withdraws from the city.

Feb 23
The city is in full opposition control as the uprising phase starts.