Libya

Libya made no progress in survey or clearance of anti-personnel (AP) mined areas in 2024, as efforts continued to focus on battle area clearance (BAC). The extent of AP mined area remains unknown. Operators faced major operational challenges, including a seven-month suspension imposed by the Libyan National Army (LNA) on three organisations in Benghazi and Sirte, during which their vehicles and equipment were seized. Although the suspension was lifted in May 2024 and the equipment returned, operators also faced funding challenges, with donors redirecting support away from Libya.

• Libya should accede to the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention (APMBC) as a matter of priority.

• Libya should conduct a baseline survey to identify the extent of AP mined area and begin systematic clearance based primarily on humanitarian priorities.

• Libya should finalise and adopt a national mine action strategy that includes targets for AP mine survey and clearance.

• National authorities and relevant security actors should facilitate survey and clearance by accredited operators across all areas of the country. This includes resolving visa delays, import restrictions, and arbitrary suspensions that hinder operations.

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