Archive · 15 Jan 2026

21 Migrant Bodies Found in Libya Mass Grave

21 Migrant Bodies Found in Libya Mass Grave

In Libya, near the town of Ajdabiya, at least 21 bodies of migrants were found in a mass grave.

These migrants were from sub-Saharan Africa and included men, women, and children.

Some survivors reported being tortured.

The farm owner where the grave was found was arrested.

Investigations are ongoing to find out how the migrants died.

Libya has been a transit route for migrants trying to reach Europe, but it's dangerous, and migrants often face abuse.

There have been other recent incidents where migrants were found dead or rescued from captivity.

Many countries have asked Libya to close detention centers where migrants are mistreated.

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