The Political and Security Implications of Illegal Migration to Europe on Libya as a Transit Country

Abstract

This paper discusses the geographical factors that have made Libya  a major transit point for illegal migration ,with a focus on  the political and security implications of this phenomenon on the Libyan state .the paper reviews the objectives and driving factors of migration from the country of origin, as well as the factors that facilitate the influx of migrants through Libya, such as the weakness of the state and the absence of security. It also highlights the implications 0f illegal migration on national sovereignty, security stability, and Libya's international  relations, and it provides findings and recommendations to address these complex challenges.