Authorities in Libya have made a grim discovery this week, as nearly 50 bodies were unearthed from two mass graves in the desert. The bodies were found in the town of Tarhuna, located southeast of the capital city of Tripoli. The Tarhuna area was under the control of eastern-based forces loyal to Khalifa Haftar until June when the Government of National Accord (GNA) retook the town.
The mass graves were discovered as part of an ongoing investigation into war crimes committed during Haftar’s offensive to capture Tripoli in 2019. The bodies are believed to be those of civilians who were killed by Haftar’s forces or affiliated militias.
Libyan authorities have been working to identify the bodies and determine the cause of death. The remains will be handed over to the families of the victims for proper burial. The discovery of these mass graves highlights the brutal nature of the conflict in Libya, which has been marked by widespread violence and human rights abuses.
The United Nations has called for accountability for the crimes committed in Libya and has urged all parties to respect international humanitarian law. The UN mission in Libya has expressed deep concern over the discovery of the mass graves and has called for a full investigation to hold those responsible accountable.
As Libya continues to grapple with ongoing violence and political instability, the uncovering of these mass graves serves as a stark reminder of the human cost of the conflict. The international community must continue to support efforts to bring peace and stability to Libya and ensure that those responsible for these atrocities are held accountable.
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