As Libyan rebels continue their offensive to isolate the capital of Tripoli, a series of tactical and symbolic victories have given the fighters cause for optimism.

利比亚反对派继续他们的攻势孤立首都的黎波里，一系列战术上的和象征性的胜利使战士们乐观起来。

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Mr Tarhouni emphasised that the rebels have been dying for their cause, and he was adamant that whatever the setbacks, they would never give up.

塔胡尼强调说，叛军为了他们的事业牺牲了无数人的生命。他坚持说，无论遭遇什么样的挫折，他们永远不会放弃。

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To protect itself from the nationalists' venom, the Chinese government condemned the NATO air strikes and avoided any hint of support for the rebels' cause.

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While they might lack firepower, however, the rebels have plenty of commitment and passion for their cause.

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The footage showed rebels in front of banners that referred to Moscow while proclaiming their willingness to die for their cause.

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