Security authorities in eastern Libya have detained 126 undocumented migrants during a large-scale operation in Benghazi, as part of ongoing efforts to curb irregular migration and strengthen public order.
The operation was carried out by the Security Operations Department under directives from senior officials. It targeted areas across the city where migrants were reported to be residing without legal documentation, particularly those lacking passports or valid identification.
According to an official statement, all individuals detained were of different nationalities and were found without proper legal status. They have been transferred to a Benghazi shelter centre to complete legal and administrative procedures in line with national regulations.
An official involved in the operation said the campaign is part of a broader daily security plan. “We are continuing these operations to address illegal presence and maintain stability in the city,” the statement said.
Libya remains a key transit country for migrants attempting to reach Europe. Years of political instability and weak border control have contributed to the rise of irregular migration networks operating across the country.
For residents in Benghazi, such campaigns are often linked to concerns about security and public order. Authorities say the operations aim to regulate the presence of foreign nationals and ensure compliance with local laws.
However, the issue of migration in Libya is complex. Human rights groups have frequently raised concerns about the conditions in detention centres and the treatment of migrants during security operations.
Analysts note that while enforcement campaigns may reduce visible irregular migration, long-term solutions require stronger coordination with international partners and improved migration management systems.
Officials said the campaigns will continue on a daily basis, as part of wider efforts to reinforce stability and control migration flows within Libya.
