Somalia repatriates 170 detainees from Libyan prisons
By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Shabelle Media Network
Somalia has repatriated 170 nationals detained in Libyan prisons, including in Benghazi and Sabha, with support from the European Union and the International Organization for Migration. Upon arrival at Mogadishu airport, they received medical care, temporary accommodation and reintegration assistance, according to Shabelle Media Network.
Somalia has repatriated 170 of its nationals detained in several prisons in Libya, including in Benghazi and Sabha, with support from the European Union. The operation was jointly carried out by the Somali federal government and the International Organization for Migration (IOM), according to Shabelle Media Network.
The voluntary humanitarian flight landed at Aden Adde International Airport in Mogadishu. Some of those repatriated then continued their journey to Hargeisa. Upon arrival, they received medical examinations, temporary accommodation and registration with government services responsible for their identification.
The Somali government also plans to provide reintegration support including financial assistance, mental health services and other forms of support. Authorities and humanitarian organisations are warning young Somalis against migration routes across the Sahara and Mediterranean, because of the risks of trafficking, detention and prolonged stays in prisons in Libya.
