A new deportation operation has been carried out, involving 80 illegal migrants of various African nationalities. The operation was conducted through the agency’s branch in the city of Ajdabiya, as part of ongoing efforts to reduce irregular migration and enhance security and stability in the country.

An official statement clarified that this step was taken in implementation of directives to intensify field work and take necessary legal measures against violators, ensuring the regulation of migrants’ statuses in accordance with applicable legislation.

  • Transfer of Migrants to the Benghazi Grand Shelter Center

The statement indicated that the migrants were transferred to the Benghazi Grand Shelter Center, where legal and administrative procedures related to their deportation will be completed, in preparation for their return to their home countries in coordination with the relevant authorities and organizations. This falls within the framework of commitment to the legal and humanitarian controls governing deportation operations.

  • Comprehensive Plan Aimed at Combating Illegal Migration

It was confirmed that this operation is part of a comprehensive plan aimed at combating illegal migration by enhancing border surveillance, regulating the status of migrants within the country, and reducing illegal activities associated with this phenomenon.

The importance of cooperation between various security agencies and concerned institutions was emphasized, along with coordination with international partners, to achieve effective results in this file, which represents a significant challenge on both security and humanitarian levels.

  • Controlling Irregular Migration Flows

Campaigns and measures continue to be implemented in various regions in an effort to control irregular migration flows and ensure the maintenance of public security, serving the country’s interest and enhancing its stability.

Ajdabiya

Ajdabiya is a city in northeastern Libya, historically significant as a major crossroads and trading hub in the Cyrenaica region. It gained prominence during the medieval period under the Fatimid Caliphate and later served as a key administrative center during the Italian colonial era. In recent decades, it has been notably impacted by its strategic location during Libya’s civil conflicts.

Benghazi Grand Shelter Center

The Benghazi Grand Shelter Center is a large, modern facility in Benghazi, Libya, officially opened in 2023. It was constructed to provide emergency housing and essential services for internally displaced persons (IDPs) and families affected by the conflict and instability in Libya following the 2011 revolution. The center represents a significant humanitarian effort to address the ongoing displacement crisis in the country.