Iraqi Embassy Secures Release of Five Nationals from Libya for Illegal Migration
Ahmed Al-Sahaf, Charge d’Affaires of the Iraqi Embassy in Libya, announced the release of five Iraqis detained for illegal migration. After three months of efforts, the embassy provided medical help and travel documents for the return of these citizens. The embassy continues to warn against illegal migration networks while facilitating the safe return of migrants.
On Thursday, Ahmed Al-Sahaf, the Charge d’Affaires of the Iraqi Embassy in Libya, announced the successful release of five Iraqi nationals who had been detained for illegal migration. This achievement followed three months of intensive monitoring and complex negotiations, leading to collaboration between the Iraqi Embassy in Tripoli and Libyan authorities.
The embassy facilitated necessary services, including medical attention and accommodation, and issued laissez-passer passports to allow for the return of these individuals to Iraq voluntarily. Al-Sahaf mentioned that previously, the embassy had successfully assisted in the release of dozens of Iraqi migrants in 2024 and early 2025.
He emphasized the embassy’s ongoing commitment to ensure the safe return of more migrants, urging young people to exercise caution against deceptive networks that pose risks to their safety. The embassy has also disseminated warnings via its official website and social media platforms, reinforcing the importance of vigilance among potential migrants as part of their efforts to provide support and protection.
The Iraqi Embassy in Libya has made significant progress in securing the release of detained Iraqi migrants and providing them with necessary support for their safe return to Iraq. Continued outreach and warnings against illegal migration networks aim to protect the lives of young migrants. Al-Sahaf’s remarks underscore the embassy’s dedication to addressing this critical issue and fostering safety for Iraq’s citizens abroad.
Original Source: ina.iq
