Libya Uncovers More Migrant Mass Graves, Death Toll Rises to 39
Libyan security officials have recovered 11 additional bodies from a mass grave in the southeastern region of the country, bringing the total number of corpses found to 39.
The grim discovery follows an earlier report by the Libyan attorney general, confirming the recovery of 28 bodies in northern Kufra. The remains were discovered in 55 separate graves, further highlighting the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Libya.
Migrants Targeted?
According to the International Organization for Migration (IOM), forensic reports suggest that the bodies bore gunshot wounds, raising concerns over targeted killings.
Kufra, a vast district in southeastern Libya, has become a notorious route for migrants fleeing conflict and poverty in hopes of reaching Europe. Many take the perilous journey across the Sahara Desert and the Mediterranean Sea, often falling victim to human traffickers and armed groups.
More Graves Expected
Mohamed Fadil, head of the illegal migration unit in the region, revealed that more mass graves are likely to be uncovered.
“As the recovery operation continues, we anticipate finding more bodies. Each body is being numbered, and DNA samples are taken in the presence of prosecutors and forensic experts,” Fadil stated.
Libya’s Migration Crisis
Since the 2011 NATO-backed uprising that toppled Muammar Gaddafi, Libya has become a major transit hub for migrants hoping to reach Europe. However, many face abuse, trafficking, and death along the way.
Just last week, 19 bodies were found in a mass grave in Jikharra, while 10 migrants drowned off the coast of Dila port in Zawiya city when their boat sank.
The Global Response
With Libya’s migration crisis worsening, international organizations continue to call for urgent action to address the humanitarian concerns surrounding migrant deaths and human trafficking.
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