Libyan forces detain Gaza land convoy activists at Sirte checkpoint
Libyan forces have detained activists attempting to deliver aid to Gaza at a checkpoint in Sirte. The convoy was organized by activists from Europe and the US, who have since released video appeals for support. Rights organizations have raised concerns about the history of arbitrary detention and torture by the forces involved.
- ▪Libyan forces loyal to Khalifa Haftar detained members of a land convoy.
- ▪The convoy was attempting to bring aid to Gaza.
- ▪Activists from Europe and the US released video appeals following the detentions.
- ▪Rights groups have documented a history of arbitrary detention and torture by LNA fighters.
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Toggle PlayLibyan forces detain Gaza land convoy activists at Sirte checkpointNewsFeedLibyan forces detain Gaza land convoy activists at Sirte checkpointForces loyal to Libyan commander Khalifa Haftar have detained members of a land convoy trying to bring aid to Gaza, prompting activists from Europe and the US to release pre-recorded video appeals. Rights groups say LNA fighters have a record of arbitrary detention and torture.Published On 26 May 202626 May 2026SaveClick here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharefacebookxwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogleAdd Al Jazeera on Googleinfo
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