The International Organisation for Migration (IOM) said in a report that 2,805 Sudanese nationals had fled to Libya, as of 3 July.
The ongoing conflict in Sudan has had a significant impact on the neighbouring country of Libya. Of those who fled to Libya, 1,334 individuals traveled indirectly through Chad, indicating the complex nature of migration routes in the region.
The IOM report also reveals that a staggering 697,151 individuals have fled the conflict in Sudan to neighbouring states, with a further 2.23 million internally displaced. The situation in Sudan has been marked by violence and instability, with clashes between rival parties leading to a humanitarian crisis.
The arrival of Sudanese migrants in Libya is a cause for concern, given the ongoing challenges faced by the country. Libya has been in a state of political and social turmoil since the 2011 overthrow of longtime leader Muammar Gaddafi, with competing factions vying for power and control.
The situation has been further complicated by the involvement of foreign powers, which provide support to opposing sides.
The influx of migrants from Sudan adds another layer of complexity to a situation that is already fraught with challenges. Libya has been struggling with issues such as human trafficking, smuggling, and violence, with migrants often finding themselves vulnerable to exploitation and abuse.
The IOM report highlights the urgent need for a coordinated response to the crisis, with efforts focused on providing support and assistance to those who have been displaced by the conflict.
Notably, Libyan MP Jibril Ouhaida has warned about a seemingly orchestrated scheme to fabricate a displacement crisis from Sudan to Libya. He revealed that despite the intricate challenges and high costs involved, the execution of this alleged plot has already commenced.
In a recent post, Ouhaida raises poignant questions. He asked, “Who is behind this conspiracy, and what are their objectives? Who bears the burden of the exorbitant costs associated with the transportation of these so-called displaced persons, some of whom originate from regions in Sudan, like the state of Dunqulah, which has seen no security tensions?”
Continuing, he emphasises, “We previously stated that it’s near impossible for families to migrate from Sudan to Libya due to the overwhelming challenges posed by crossing a barren desert spanning over 1,000 km, devoid of any life. However, now it seems as if certain external entities in collusion with internal parties are working to engineer this migration from Sudan to Libya.”
Ouhaida now claims to have solid information indicating that individuals linked to a United Nations-affiliated institution are actively collaborating with drivers, and transportation offices in the city of Kufra. These sources suggest that enticing offers are being made to transport families from the Sudanese-Libyan border to Kufra, charging a staggering 2,000 dinars per person, including families hailing from the secure state of Dunqulah.”