Several huge explosions rocked Tripoli on Saturday as NATO carried out rare, daytime airstrikes. NATO says it targeted a vehicle storage area in a complex where leader Moammar Gadhafi sometimes lives. The French news agency (AFP) says white smoke could be seen rising from the blast site. Earlier Saturday, explosions from NATO airstrikes lit up the night sky over Tripoli. Meanwhile, RussiaLibya’s long-time ally -has offered to mediate a deal to help oust Gadhafi. Earlier Friday, forces loyal to Gadhafi renewed efforts to regain control of rebel-held Misrata, Libya’s third largest city. Fierce fighting between the two sides took place in several parts of the city.
Why did NATO target a vehicle storage area in a complex and carry out daytime airstrikes().