Crisis in Libya: Over 559,000 Sudanese refugees flee war
Civilians who fled the war-torn Sudan following the outbreak of fighting between the Sudanese army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) walk at the Joda South border point, in Renk County, Upper Nile state, South Sudan April 30, 2023. REUTERS/Jok Solomun
As the conflict in Sudan continues to displace millions, Libya has become one of the most important destinations for those seeking safety.
According to Libya Gazette on April 27th, over 559,920 Sudanese refugees have arrived in Libya since April 2023. Despite the growing numbers, the response is struggling to keep pace. Sudanese refugees in Libya
are facing what experts describe as a “humanitarian collapse”.
The journey and stay in Libya are fraught with physical danger. Human rights organisations have raised urgent alarms regarding the treatment of Sudanese nationals.
Libya Gazette
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