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Libya Review
31-07-2025
- General
- Libya Review
50 Sudanese Refugees Rescued in Libyan Desert
Around 50 Sudanese refugees, including women and children, were rescued in the desert south of Kufra, Libya, after being stranded without assistance. The operation was carried out by the Emergency and Ambulance Services in Kufra, according to a statement posted on their official Facebook page. The group was discovered on Thursday morning by the Kufra branch of the Illegal Immigration Control Department. They were found in the remote area of Siouf Boufatma, approximately 450 kilometres south of Kufra, where they had been left without shelter or resources in extreme desert conditions. Local officials have expressed increasing concern about the growing number of displaced Sudanese arriving in the region due to the ongoing conflict in Sudan. On Wednesday, the spokesperson for the Kufra Municipal Council, Abdullah Suleiman, called for the reopening of the Sudanese consulate in the city to address the mounting administrative and humanitarian challenges. Suleiman noted that Kufra currently hosts around 60,000 Sudanese refugees, making it one of the Libyan cities most affected by the influx. He highlighted that many of these individuals suffer from accidents, illnesses, and even death, often without access to proper medical or legal support. The absence of a diplomatic presence has left many refugees vulnerable, prompting local authorities to urge Sudan to reinstate a formal consulate. Officials argue that such a step is essential to provide legal representation and protect the rights of those fleeing violence. The latest rescue operation underscores the urgent need for coordinated international support and a sustainable humanitarian response to the ongoing refugee crisis in southern Libya. Tags: KufralibyaSudanSudanese Refugees
Libya Review
06-06-2025
- Politics
- Libya Review
500 Sudanese Refugees Moved from Jufra to East Libya
The Joint Force of the Illegal Immigration Control Department in Jufra has transferred 500 Sudanese refugees to official shelter centers in Sirte, Ajdabiya, and Benghazi, according to an official statement from the department's media office. This operation, carried out in coordination with the Libyan Armed Forces and the General Directorate of Central Support, aims to provide temporary protection for individuals who fled Sudan due to ongoing conflict and dire humanitarian conditions. The department stated that all relocated refugees were given essential humanitarian assistance, particularly as the transfer coincides with the approach of Eid Al-Adha. Officials noted that the refugees had entered Libya irregularly, escaping violence and instability in Sudan. Authorities assured that the transfers were conducted with full respect for humanitarian principles and security protocols, and stressed that any further decisions about the refugees' status will be made in accordance with national policies and regional developments. The Illegal Immigration Control Department reaffirmed its continued efforts to manage irregular migration in line with both humanitarian considerations and national security requirements, especially for those displaced by conflict in neighboring countries. 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. Tags: libyamigrantsRefugeesSudan
