Following the Libyan government's pullout from rebel held Misrata, several major tribes in the region are gearing up for an assault on the city. Tribal leaders have pledged support for Muammar Gaddafi, and are now said to be training their people for military action.

Shouting slogans, and firing weapons. These tribesmen are vowing to fight till the end.

This father of four joined a local militant group, after seeing a NATO warplane fly over his home. And he believes the battle can be won.

Tribal Recruit said, "Now we've been trained, I know how to use these weapons. And today I practiced with the real thing. I believe everything will work out."

He's not alone. Many men say they're ready to head to Misrata, to fight for Colonel Gaddafi.

From anti-aircraft machine guns to rocket propelled Grenades - a blast from each weapon sparks celebrations during training.

Libya's government believes that respect for tribal leaders will be converted into support for the government. And that's why two thousand men in this area alone have completed their training within a few days.

"NATO wants to take all of Libya. We'll guard our country till the last drop of our blood is spilled. Either we live freely or we die as martyrs." Said tribal leader.

The source of the huge number of weapons now circulating around the tribal regions is unclear. But many believe they've been sent by government. And there's speculation that the government has also been involved how the fighters should go about re-capturing Misrata.

Deputy Foreign Minister Khaled Khaim claimed earlier this week the six main tribes in the region could potentially muster an army of 60 thousand armed men.

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