Libya Targets Irregular Migration With Mass Deportations
In a statement posted on its official Facebook page, the department said the deportations included 2,636 Egyptian nationals, of whom 2,185 were irregular migrants. Another 74 individuals were referred by the Public Prosecutor's Office, while 333 were expelled for security reasons.
The operation also involved the deportation of 732 Sudanese citizens, including 465 irregular migrants, as well as 328 Chadians, 316 of whom were undocumented.
The department further coordinated the repatriation of 162 Bangladeshi and 143 Nigerian nationals, along with six Syrians, three Afghans, and individuals from Algeria, Pakistan, and Somalia.
Separately, authorities deported 250 Somali migrants via Tobruk International Airport to Sebha International Airport, as a preliminary step before their return to Somalia.
The operation was carried out using a heavy Ilyushin Il-76 military transport aircraft belonging to the Libyan National Army, under joint coordination between relevant security agencies to ensure order and readiness during the deportation process.
The department stressed that these operations are part of a national plan to curb irregular migration, remove offenders, and enhance internal security and stability.
Libya remains a major transit point for migrants seeking to reach Europe, with thousands attempting the dangerous Mediterranean crossing each year. The authorities have intensified efforts to dismantle smuggling networks and deport undocumented migrants in response to growing domestic and international concerns over migration flows. Tags: DeportationImmigrationlibyamigrants
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