Talks held on ending Libya conflict

Delegates from nearly 40 countries seeking an end to the Libyan conflict met in Istanbul today to discuss more financial aid and diplomatic support to the country’s main opposition group as the rebels struggle to defeat Col Muammar Gaddafi’s forces.

Senior US officials have said the Obama administration is preparing to strengthen ties with the Transitional National Council once it presents detailed plans for a democratic, transparent and inclusive government, as it becomes increasingly clear that the council will govern a post-Gaddafi Libya.