with heavy military machinery and rocket launchers.

The United Kingdom on Wednesday recognized the Benghazi-based rebels as Libya's legitimate government, and the United States recently recognized the council as the country's "legitimate governing authority."

British Foreign Secretary William Hague on Wednesday reiterated his stance that Gadhafi could remain in Libya if he leaves power, but added that the best thing would be for him to face justice at the International Criminal Court, which is seeking his arrest.

CNN's Michael Martinez contributed to this report.Another well-known Ann Arbor-based business is expanding into Downtown Detroit store.

M Den, a merchandise retailer for University of Michigan athletic apparel, is preparing to open a location along Columbia Street, where developers hope to create a "European-style, pedestrian-friendly promenade" attracting various dining and retail options.

The 4,000-square-foot space is on the first floor of the new nine-story Little Caesars headquarters, with a storefront for The M Den merchandise and another for The Victors Collection by The M Den.

The collection includes high-end accessories, golf and business casual apparel, the retailer said in a news release.

Ann Arbor-based restaurant Frita Batidos announced several weeks ago that the Cuban-style burger and milkshake restaurant will open a Detroit restaurant on the same street by 2019.

The new location will boost UM's presence in Detroit city,