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'Pay ransom or lose a kidney': Illegal migrants bound for UK kidnapped in Libya

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BreakingBBC NewsYesterday1 min read

'Pay ransom or lose a kidney': Illegal migrants bound for UK kidnapped in Libya

The kidnapping and torture of migrants highlights the severe dangers faced by those seeking asylum and the brutal tactics employed by militias in conflict zones.

Over 300 migrants kidnapped in Libya
Ransom of $5,000 demanded from families
Threats of forced organ removal made

Hundreds protest in Libya outside UN agency against undocumented migrants

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BreakingAl Jazeera EnglishJun 41 min read

Hundreds protest in Libya outside UN agency against undocumented migrants

The protests highlight rising tensions in Libya regarding migration and national identity, reflecting broader regional challenges.

Hundreds protested outside UNHCR in Tripoli
Protesters demand expulsion of undocumented migrants
Libya has become a transit route for migrants since 2011

Intisar Shanib becomes first woman to head football club in Libya

World

BreakingAl Jazeera EnglishJun 21 min read

Intisar Shanib becomes first woman to head football club in Libya

This milestone reflects the growing role of women in leadership positions within Libya, promoting gender equality in sports.

Intisar Shanib becomes first female president of a Libyan football club
She was elected unopposed after rival candidates withdrew
Shanib is also an MP and chairperson of the women and child affairs committee

‘Huge milestone’ as Libyan militia commander accused of torture to appear at ICC

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BreakingThe Guardian WorldMay 191 min read

‘Huge milestone’ as Libyan militia commander accused of torture to appear at ICC

The prosecution of El Hishri represents a crucial step in addressing human rights abuses in Libya and may set a precedent for future accountability.

Khaled Mohamed Ali El Hishri faces charges of war crimes.
The ICC hearing is a first in the Libya investigation since 2011.
Legal experts call it a huge milestone for justice.

Migrants ‘feared for their lives’ as Libyan gunmen fired on rescue ship

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BreakingAl Jazeera EnglishMay 181 min read

Migrants ‘feared for their lives’ as Libyan gunmen fired on rescue ship

This incident highlights the dangers faced by migrants and the aggressive actions of coastguard forces in the Mediterranean region.

Armed men fired shots at a rescue ship off Libya
Incident caused panic among crew and migrants
Shooting occurred in international waters

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Conflicts

BreakingBBC NewsYesterday1 min read

'Pay ransom or lose a kidney': Illegal migrants bound for UK kidnapped in Libya

The kidnapping and torture of migrants highlights the severe dangers faced by those seeking asylum and the brutal tactics employed by militias in conflict zones.

Over 300 migrants kidnapped in Libya
Ransom of $5,000 demanded from families
Threats of forced organ removal made

Conflicts

BreakingAl Jazeera EnglishJun 41 min read

Hundreds protest in Libya outside UN agency against undocumented migrants

The protests highlight rising tensions in Libya regarding migration and national identity, reflecting broader regional challenges.

Hundreds protested outside UNHCR in Tripoli
Protesters demand expulsion of undocumented migrants
Libya has become a transit route for migrants since 2011

World

BreakingAl Jazeera EnglishJun 21 min read

Intisar Shanib becomes first woman to head football club in Libya

This milestone reflects the growing role of women in leadership positions within Libya, promoting gender equality in sports.

Intisar Shanib becomes first female president of a Libyan football club
She was elected unopposed after rival candidates withdrew
Shanib is also an MP and chairperson of the women and child affairs committee

Conflicts

BreakingThe Guardian WorldMay 191 min read

‘Huge milestone’ as Libyan militia commander accused of torture to appear at ICC

The prosecution of El Hishri represents a crucial step in addressing human rights abuses in Libya and may set a precedent for future accountability.

Khaled Mohamed Ali El Hishri faces charges of war crimes.
The ICC hearing is a first in the Libya investigation since 2011.
Legal experts call it a huge milestone for justice.

Conflicts

BreakingAl Jazeera EnglishMay 181 min read

Migrants ‘feared for their lives’ as Libyan gunmen fired on rescue ship

This incident highlights the dangers faced by migrants and the aggressive actions of coastguard forces in the Mediterranean region.

Armed men fired shots at a rescue ship off Libya
Incident caused panic among crew and migrants
Shooting occurred in international waters