rance has complained about the slow pace of efforts to end the crisis. The U.S., meanwhile, warned that some allies engaged in the campaign against Al-Qaddafi could see their forces "exhausted" within three months. Calls for a diplomatic resolution have grown as rebel fighters have failed to oust Al- Qadd

aguered town. For the first time, American drone aircraft entered the fray on Saturday, with Predators carrying out bombing runs on forces loyal to Al-Qaddafi. The Pentagon declined to identify targets, but did confirm the action on Saturday afternoon. Palestinian 'Popular Struggle' Conference Raises Ne