It will trap tens of thousands of people in conflict ravaged country and expose them to the risk of torture and exploitation. "This includes building capacity to save lives at sea or on land, strengthening the rule of law and fighting against criminal networks. "The UNCHR urged a move away from migration management based on the automatic detention of refugees and migrants in inhumane conditions in Libya towards the creation of proper reception services. "Concrete measures in support of the Government of Libya are needed to build capacity to register new arrivals, support the voluntary return of migrants, process asylum claims and offer solutions to refugees. This should include a significant expansion of opportunities for safe pathways such as resettlement and humanitarian admission, among others, to avoid dangerous journeys.

Source: Libya Today February 02, 2017 12:11 UTC