Egypt’s ousted president Hosni Mubarak turned down a chance to address the court in the last session before the verdict in the seven-month trial.

With Nato jets roaring overhead, Libya’s revolutionary forces have been fighting their way into Muammar Gaddafi’s hometown.

Tanks opened fire at rebels trying to storm Muammar Gaddafi’s main compound in Tripoli on Monday, although his whereabouts remained unknown.

Egyptian authorities continue to restrict freedom of assembly, torture detainees and try civilians in military courts.

Since the uprising against Muammar Gaddafi began in mid-February, Libya’s third-largest city has endured some of the country’s most violent battles.

Libyans have buried Muammar Gaddafi’s second youngest son, as South Africa warned that the Nato bombing would only bring more violence.

Dr Mohammed al-Fagieh, chief surgeon at Hilal Hospital in Misrata, carries around a gruesome catalogue of recent cases.