In central Monrovia, whenever the shooting stopped, people carrying containers of water and bags of food could be seen shuttling between buildings.

The factions completed their withdrawal from central Monrovia on Monday.

Gunfire rang out sporadically into the night, but the port area north of central Monrovia was quiet this morning.

Silver Beach Relax on this surf-pounded and palm-fringed stretch of sand just minutes from central Monrovia.

Stroll through central Monrovia, seeing what street vendors have on offer and getting a feel for the beat on the street.

But in recent weeks, Government forces have retreated from the site, reportedly taking up positions in central Monrovia.

Throughout much of central Monrovia, the African troops are hardly visible.

The war has been stalemated in recent weeks, with General Doe's troops controlling only a small portion of central Monrovia.

Roberts International Airport is around 30 miles from central Monrovia, much of the journey through remote areas.

Apart from a small number of major roads in central Monrovia, all roads are unlit.