The Sudanese embassy in Libya announced that Libyan authorities have released 36 Sudanese nationals from detention centres.
In a statement posted on its official Facebook page, the embassy confirmed that the release was coordinated with Libya’s Anti-Illegal Migration Authority. The statement did not specify the reasons for their detention or the exact locations where they were held.
The move comes as Libya continues to face an increasing influx of Sudanese refugees. According to the latest figures from the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), the number of Sudanese refugees in Libya has surpassed 240,000. The agency also reported that approximately 500 Sudanese refugees enter Libya daily, fleeing conflict and instability in Sudan.
Libya has become a key transit point for migrants and refugees attempting to reach Europe, often via dangerous sea routes. Many are intercepted and detained in facilities that human rights organisations have repeatedly criticised for poor conditions and mistreatment.
The UNHCR has urged Libyan authorities to improve conditions in detention centres and ensure that migrants and refugees are treated in line with international human rights standards. The agency has also called for greater support from the international community to address the growing humanitarian crisis.
While the release of the 36 Sudanese detainees is seen as a positive step, concerns remain over the broader situation of refugees in Libya, particularly given the ongoing political instability and security challenges.
