The Illegal Immigration Control Agency announced on Wednesday the deportation of 15 irregular migrants from the city of Benghazi.
The agency’s branch in Benghazi oversaw the deportation process, with all deportees being Bangladeshi nationals.
The deportation was carried out through Benina International Airport to their home country, according to the agency’s statement on its Facebook page.
On August 1, the Illegal Immigration Control Agency announced the deportation of 65 irregular Egyptian migrants through the Imsaad Land Crossing.
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.
