The Ministry of Justice announced that it is studying the closure and merger of a number of prisons as part of efforts to strengthen the rule of law and ensure respect for human rights, in line with the legislation governing reform and rehabilitation institutions. The ministry explained that this step comes as part of a comprehensive review of prison conditions and aims to improve operating mechanisms in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. It also emphasized the need to strictly adhere to the law in all procedures, confirming that it is closely monitoring all related measures and is committed to applying approved legal and institutional standards.

Source: Libya Observer December 24, 2025 17:46 UTC