Tripoli, January 29, 2026 – The Illegal Immigration Control Agency deported (48) migrants of Egyptian nationality via Mitiga International Airport on Thursday.
The agency stated in a release that these migrants were residing at a shelter east of Tripoli. Among them were individuals referred by the Illegal Immigration Prosecution and others with security restrictions, necessitating their deportation and removal for non-compliance with the laws in force in the Libyan state.
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Tripoli
Tripoli is the capital and largest city of Libya, with a history dating back to the 7th century BC when it was founded by the Phoenicians. It later became a significant Roman city and a major port under various rulers, including the Ottomans and Italians, which is reflected in its historic medina and diverse architecture.
Mitiga International Airport
Mitiga International Airport is located in Tripoli, Libya, and is the capital’s primary airport. It has a notable history, originally built as an Italian airbase in the 1920s and later serving as a major U.S. Air Force base until 1970. Today, it functions as a key civilian and military aviation hub for the country.
Egyptian
The term “Egyptian” broadly refers to the culture and civilization of Egypt, one of the world’s oldest, with a recorded history spanning over 5,000 years. This ancient civilization is renowned for its monumental architecture, such as the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx, as well as its developments in writing, art, and governance.
Libyan
Libya is a North African country with a rich history that includes ancient Phoenician, Greek, and Roman settlements, most notably at the UNESCO site of Leptis Magna. In the modern era, it was an Italian colony before gaining independence in 1951 and was later ruled by Muammar Gaddafi from 1969 until the 2011 revolution. Its cultural heritage is deeply tied to Berber, Arab, and Mediterranean influences.
