Libya: Libya's Anti-Illegal Immigration Agency reported that more than 37,000 irregular migrants were returned to their countries in 2025 as part of the voluntary return program, within the framework of the security and regulatory measures implemented by the Libyan authorities to confront irregular migration flows.
According to Qatar News Agency, this information was released following a meeting held by Interior Minister Essam Abu Zriba with the Head of the Anti-Illegal Immigration Agency, Salah Al Khafifi. The meeting aimed to review the agency's work during 2025 and to discuss its plan for 2026.
The agency's annual report was a focal point of the meeting, as it detailed data and statistics concerning the number of irregular migrants apprehended and the deportation procedures conducted through land and air ports. These procedures were carried out in accordance with legal and humanitarian controls and international standards.
The discussions also covered the logistical and security challenges that Libya faces, given its status as a main transit country for irregular migrants. Libya has experienced increasing waves of irregular migration for years, impacting its security, economic, and service sectors, which has led authorities to enhance efforts in apprehending violators and regulating deportation operations.