The Libyan Hajj Mission has organised a medical convoy specifically for elderly, disabled, and ailing pilgrims unable to stay in the tents at Arafat.
This special convoy accommodates 60 pilgrims and comprises two buses and four fully-equipped ambulances staffed with medical and paramedical personnel.
The convoy ensures that these pilgrims fulfill their obligations by standing at Arafat, then proceeding to Muzdalifah, and finally returning to their hotels due to their inability to stay overnight in Mina.
It is noteworthy that the interim Government of National Unity (GNU) allocated over 500 Hajj spots this season for those affected by Storm Daniel in the city of Derna and some areas of the Green Mountain, as stated by Prime Minister Abdel-Hamid Dbaiba earlier today, Monday.
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.
