Civilians killed in attacks Monday July 21, 2003, are laid outside the U.S. embassy in the Liberian capital Monrovia. The bodies were placed here in protest at the lack of U.S. intervention in the war-torn West-African nation. (AP)
Shelling in Liberia Leaves 600 Dead Story aired: Tuesday, July 22, 2003
The Liberian rebel group engaged in a bloody battle for the country's capital city says it has ordered its solders to stop fighting.
Rebel troops and the forces of President Charles Taylor have been fighting for control of the port area of Monrovia. The order for the ceasefire comes a day after many people were killed.
One aid worker in Monrovia said the situation is bleak, and that there is no shelter, no food, and no water.
Guests:
Nathaniel Raymond with the international aid agency Oxfam.
