The Al-Zawiya West division of the Libyan Red Crescent has recovered three unidentified bodies from Al-Mutrad Beach in the city of Al-Zawiya, following a report from the Al-Mutrad Police Station and an order from the Public Prosecution. According to a statement released by the Al-Zawiya branch of the Red Crescent on their official Facebook page, all necessary professional measures were taken to ensure the safety of the recovery operation. The bodies have been handed over to the relevant authorities for further legal procedures and identification. This incident underscores the ongoing challenges faced by coastal regions in Libya, particularly regarding unidentified bodies found along the shores, often suspected to be related to illegal migration attempts across the Mediterranean.
In another context, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) announced that it had successfully helped more than 11,000 migrants voluntarily return to their home countries from Libya in 2024. In a statement, the IOM added that this effort is part of the IOM’s ongoing Voluntary Humanitarian Return (VHR) program, which ensures the safe and dignified return of migrants stranded in Libya who wished to go back to their countries of origin. The IOM’s program plays a crucial role in offering migrants a lifeline, providing not only safe repatriation but also vital reintegration support. Migrants who participate in the program receive help to rebuild their lives upon returning home, including financial and logistical assistance to support their reintegration into society.
