Tripoli, Libya – (African Boulevard News) – The UN Mission of Support in Libya (Manul) has expressed deep concern over the worsening situation of migrants and asylum seekers in Libya. The agency has called on the Libyan authorities to protect the human rights of these individuals, who are often subjected to inhumane treatment, including arbitrary detention, and torture.
Manul has been monitoring the situation of migrants and asylum seekers in Libya and has reported an alarming increase of arbitrary detention in Libya, resulting in severe violations of their human rights. This is a worrying situation for thousands of migrants seeking refuge in the country.
According to Manul, migrants and refugees are subjected to gross human rights abuses, including enslavement, torture, and sexual violence, which often take place in detention centers across the country. Moreover, many of these detention centers are overcrowded, with poor sanitary conditions, lack of food, and access to healthcare services.
The UN Mission of Support in Libya has called on the Libyan authorities to take immediate action to end arbitrary detention and ensure the protection of the human rights of all migrants and asylum seekers in the country. The agency also urged the Libyan government to provide access to basic needs such as food, water, and healthcare services to all detained individuals.
“We urge the Libyan government to take necessary measures to protect the human rights of migrants and refugees in the country, and to end the arbitrary detention system. The international community must also provide support to Libya to address the migration crisis, including effective measures to prevent and combat human trafficking,” said the Manul’s spokesperson.
This is not the first time that the UN has expressed concerns over the situation of migrants and asylum seekers in Libya. The UN human rights agency has repeatedly called on the Libyan authorities to take action to address the issue and ensure that migrants and refugees are not subjected to inhumane treatment.
In conclusion, the situation of migrants and asylum seekers in Libya remains a matter of great concern for the international community, especially the human rights organizations. The UN Mission of Support in Libya’s call for action is a reminder of the critical need to protect the human rights of all, regardless of their status or origin. The Libyan government should take immediate measures to address the situation and ensure that all detained individuals are treated with dignity and respect.
