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Observer
3 days ago
- Observer
Libya detains 1,500 undocumented migrant workers
TRIPOLI: Libyan authorities detained on Saturday some 1,500 undocumented migrant workers in a raid on a neighbourhood housing them east of the capital Tripoli. 'Saturday's inspections uncovered housing units where undocumented foreign workers were living', Libyan labour minister Ali al Abed, who was present during the raid, told reporters. 'These workers, of various nationalities, had no residency permits, no official passports and not even health records'. With Italy some 300 kilometres away, Libya has become a key launchpad for tens of thousands of migrants who risk their lives at sea trying to reach Europe. The area targeted in the sweep east of Tripoli housed makeshift encampments surrounded by high walls and a large gate. The labour minister said the site had 'unregulated housing that fails to meet basic requirements for decent accommodation, health and workplace safety'. The detained migrant workers will be 'transferred to centres run by the Anti-Illegal Immigration Authority and legal proceedings will be initiated against them according to national regulations', Abed said. It remained unclear whether the migrants would be immediately deported. — AFP
Al-Ahram Weekly
3 days ago
- Politics
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Libya detains 1,500 undocumented migrant workers, mostly Egyptians, in raid near Tripoli - Region
Libyan authorities detained on Saturday some 1,500 undocumented migrant workers in a raid on a neighbourhood housing them east of the capital Tripoli, an AFP reporter saw. "Saturday's inspections uncovered housing units where undocumented foreign workers were living," Libyan labour minister Ali al-Abed, who was present during the raid, told reporters. "These workers, of various nationalities, had no residency permits, no official passports, and not even health records." Libya has been gripped by conflict since the 2011 overthrow and killing of longtime ruler Moamer Kadhafi in a NATO-backed uprising. The country remains split between Prime Minister Abdelhamid Dbeibah's government based in Tripoli and a rival administration based in the east. With Italy some 300 kilometres (186 miles) away, Libya has become a key launchpad for tens of thousands of migrants who risk their lives at sea trying to reach Europe. The area targeted in the sweep east of Tripoli housed makeshift encampments surrounded by high walls and a large gate. Hundreds of migrants -- mostly Egyptians and sub-Saharan Africans -- were said to have lived there. Inside the compound, an AFP journalist saw a small grocery store, a butcher shop and vegetable vendors. The labour minister said the site had "unregulated housing that fails to meet basic requirements for decent accommodation, health and workplace safety". The detained migrant workers will be "transferred to centres run by the Anti-Illegal Immigration Authority, and legal proceedings will be initiated against them according to national regulations", Abed said. It remained unclear whether the migrants would be immediately deported. Earlier this month, a European Union commissioner and ministers from Greece, Italy and Malta were in Libya to discuss irregular migration from the North African country. Migrants intercepted by Libyan authorities, including in international waters before reaching the Italian coast, are forcibly returned to Libya and held in detention under harsh conditions frequently condemned by the United Nations. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
Libya Review
13-07-2025
- Health
- Libya Review
Libya's Benghazi Enforces Strict Deportation Measures on Egyptians
The Anti-Illegal Immigration Authority in Greater Benghazi has deported 194 Egyptian nationals who were found in violation of Libyan residency, entry, and public health regulations, according to an official statement issued on Sunday. The deportation was carried out via the Emssaed border crossing, with authorities confirming that 187 individuals had official expulsion orders issued on security grounds. Additionally, 7 individuals were found to be suffering from contagious diseases, as confirmed by medical reports. Among those deported were 4 women and 3 children who had been detained during joint anti-begging campaigns conducted in coordination with other Libyan state institutions. The Benghazi branch of the Anti-Illegal Immigration Authority affirmed its ongoing commitment to implementing government directives aimed at curbing irregular migration. It also emphasized that all deportation procedures adhered to legal and humanitarian standards, with the goal of upholding Libya's national sovereignty and internal security. The operation is part of a wider effort by Libyan authorities to manage migration flows amid ongoing concerns over public health and security threats posed by illegal crossings and undocumented residency. Tags: benghaziEgyptlibyamigrants
Libya Review
11-06-2025
- Politics
- Libya Review
171 Egyptians Deported from Libya
Libya's Anti-Illegal Immigration Authority has announced the deportation of 171 Egyptian migrants who were found to be residing in the country without valid documentation or in violation of entry and residency laws. In an official statement, the authority confirmed that several undocumented migrants of various nationalities — including Egyptians — were deported through the Umm Saad land border crossing. The most notable deportations occurred in Greater Benghazi, where 73 Egyptian migrants were removed from Libyan territory. In Tobruk, authorities deported 68 Egyptians, while another 30 were deported from the Al-Bayda office. The statement clarified that the deportations were carried out in accordance with legal procedures and targeted individuals who had received official expulsion orders due to violations of Libyan immigration laws. The Anti-Illegal Immigration Authority reaffirmed its ongoing efforts to regulate migration flows and uphold the country's border and residency policies, particularly as Libya remains a major transit hub for irregular migration across North Africa. Libya has been in chaos since a NATO-backed uprising toppled longtime leader Muammar Gaddafi in 2011. The county has for years been split between rival administrations. Libya's economy, heavily reliant on oil, has suffered due to the ongoing conflict. The instability has led to fluctuations in oil production and prices, impacting the global oil market and Libya's economy. The conflict has led to a significant humanitarian crisis in Libya, with thousands of people killed, and many more displaced. Migrants and refugees using Libya as a transit point to Europe have also faced dire conditions. The planned elections for December 2021 were delayed due to disagreements over election laws and the eligibility of certain candidates. This delay has raised concerns about the feasibility of a peaceful political transition. Despite the ceasefire, security remains a significant concern with sporadic fighting and the presence of mercenaries and foreign fighters. The unification of the military and the removal of foreign forces are crucial challenges.
