The Libyan Coast Guard has rescued 121 illegal immigrants, originating from different African nationalities, off the coast of Garabulli town, 80 km east of Tripoli.

The immigrants were taken to the landing point at Tripoli's naval base and the International Medical Corps provided them with the necessary medical assistance. They were then handed over Tajoura shelter of the Illegal Immigration Agency.

Meanwhile, The Consul of the Republic of Burkina Faso issued temporary travel documents on Monday for his country’s immigrants to facilitate their voluntary repatriation.

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