Some of the arrested figures were shown on TV talking about their activities in the past. Gadhafi announced that Libya should be governed by the people, who must organize People's Committees , and take over government and universities offices. There were rumers at that time that Gadhafi won the battle against his army officers, some of whom were in favor of returning to a traditional government in Libya. A United States aircraft entered the Libyan air space during maneauvers conducted by the American 6th fleet in the Mediterranean. The Revolutionary Command Counsil refuses to accept Gadhafi's resignation.
Libyan students studying abroad hold a national convention in Tripoli.
Libya nationalized American oil companies and announced an oil embargo. At his request, President Gadhafi relinquishes his political and administrative functions, but remains Head of State and Commandor in Chief of the Armed Forces. Majur Abdussalam Jalloud assumes formal responsibilities. The Revolutionary Command Counsil announces a limited reorganization of the government. Abdelmonem Alhouni becomes Minister of Foreign Affairs and Omar Almhaishi becomes the Minister of Planning and Sceintific Research.