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Eastern Libya Bans Entry of Nationals From Four African Countries Amid Migration Crackdown
BENGHAZI, Libya, June 24, 2026 – Authorities in eastern Libya have banned the entry of nationals from Sudan, Eritrea, Ethiopia and Somalia, saying the measure is part of efforts to reorganize and regulate the flow of foreign nationals entering the country. A decree issued by the eastern-based administration in Benghazi said citizens of the four […]
Eastern Libya has banned the entry of nationals from Sudan, Eritrea, Ethiopia, and Somalia as part of a migration crackdown.
What was announced
- The decree prohibits citizens from the four countries from entering Libya through all land, sea, and air ports.
- The ban exempts diplomats, consular staff, and their families, as well as workers in essential sectors with valid permits.
- Libya has seen a rise in deadly migration incidents, with at least 26 confirmed dead from a recent boat sinking.
Context
The measure is part of efforts to reorganize and regulate the flow of foreign nationals entering Libya amid ongoing migration challenges.
“The move was aimed at better managing migration flows into the North African country.”
Why this matters: This decision affects Somali nationals and reflects broader migration issues that may impact Somali communities.
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BENGHAZI, Libya, June 24, 2026 – Authorities in eastern Libya have banned the entry of nationals from Sudan, Eritrea, Ethiopia and Somalia, saying the measure is part of efforts to reorganize and regulate the flow of foreign nationals entering the country.
A decree issued by the eastern-based administration in Benghazi said citizens of the four countries would be barred from entering Libya through all land, sea and air ports.
The administration led by Osama Hamad, which is aligned with military commander Khalifa Haftar and controls eastern and parts of southern Libya, said the move was aimed at better managing migration flows into the North African country.
The internationally recognized government of Prime Minister Abdulhamid Dbeibah is based in the capital Tripoli, while Libya has remained politically divided since rival administrations emerged following years of conflict.
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