TRIPOLI, January 8, 2026 – The Special Tasks Administration of the Ministry of Interior in the Government of National Unity announced that its patrols have raided a factory manufacturing boats for illegal migration in the Al-Quway’ah area, west of the city of Al-Qarabuli, as part of efforts to combat human trafficking.
The administration stated, in a post on its Facebook page, that the operation was part of its efforts to counter the phenomenon of illegal migration. Information was received from private sources indicating the existence of a site used for manufacturing boats specifically for smuggling illegal migrants in the Al-Quway’ah area.
It clarified that after obtaining permission from the authorized prosecutor at the Attorney General’s office, patrols from the Special Tasks Administration, affiliated with the General Administration of Security Operations, stormed the site and seized several boats prepared for use in human smuggling operations. It confirmed that this operation is part of the meticulous investigation and follow-up work it carries out to pursue criminal networks involved in exploiting human lives and harming national security, stressing its continued implementation of deterrent measures against anyone proven to be involved in such illegal activities.
TRIPOLI
Tripoli is the capital and largest city of Libya, historically founded by the Phoenicians in the 7th century BC. It later became a significant Roman city and a major center under various empires, including the Ottoman, which left a strong architectural and cultural imprint on its old medina.
Al-Quway’ah
Al-Quway’ah is a town in Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh Province, historically significant as a major well and stopping point for pilgrims traveling the ancient Darb Zubaydah pilgrimage route from Iraq to Makkah. Its location provided essential water and rest for caravans, making it a vital hub in the region’s trade and religious travel networks for centuries.
Al-Qarabuli
Al-Qarabuli is a traditional Iraqi dish, not a place or cultural site. It is a savory rice-based casserole, historically associated with Baghdad, typically layered with spiced meat, vegetables, and sometimes dried lime, and is known for its distinctive crust formed during cooking.
Special Tasks Administration
The Special Tasks Administration is a fictional government agency often depicted in espionage and political thrillers, such as the television series “The Americans.” It is portrayed as a covert division of the KGB during the Cold War era, responsible for deep-cover operations, sabotage, and assassination outside the Soviet Union.
Ministry of Interior
The Ministry of the Interior is a key government department responsible for internal affairs, such as public safety, civil registration, and domestic policy. Its origins in many countries often trace back to the 19th century, evolving from offices managing police, local administration, and national security to address the growing complexities of modern state governance.
Government of National Unity
The Government of National Unity (GNU) is a term most notably applied to the post-apartheid coalition government in South Africa, formed in 1994 following the country’s first multiracial elections. Led by Nelson Mandela as President, it brought together the African National Congress, the National Party, and the Inkatha Freedom Party to oversee the transition from minority rule to a multiracial democracy.
Facebook
Facebook is an online social media and social networking service founded in 2004 by Mark Zuckerberg and his Harvard University roommates. It began as a platform for college students before expanding globally, fundamentally changing how people connect and share information online.
Attorney General’s office
The Attorney General’s office is a key legal institution in many countries, typically serving as the chief legal advisor to the government and representing the state in legal matters. Historically, the role has evolved from medieval England, where the “King’s Attorney” acted as the monarch’s representative in courts, a concept later adopted and adapted by many nations with common law systems.
General Administration of Security Operations
The General Administration of Security Operations is a state security agency in North Korea, responsible for political control and surveillance. It was established in 1973 as an expansion of the Ministry of Public Security’s political department and is a key instrument of the ruling Workers’ Party of Korea for maintaining internal security and suppressing dissent.
