Sudanese Refugees Face Perilous Journey Through Libya to Europe
- Bahr El-Din Yakoub fled Sudan after a missile hit his home in Khartoum, killing four friends, and sought refuge in Egypt.
- Yakoub faced harsh conditions in Cairo, lacking proper documentation and feeling constantly pursued by the authorities.
- He moved to Libya but found it even worse, eventually reaching Greece where he felt relieved and could finally think about the future.
- The number of Sudanese nationals arriving in Europe increased by 134% in the first five months of 2025 compared to the previous year.
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Since the beginning of the year, the Central Mediterranean road has been the main migration route. Since January, 24,583 migrants – mostly Bangladeshi – have been travelling.


Egypt’s crackdown drives Sudanese refugees on new route to Libya and beyond

Egypt's crackdown drives Sudanese refugees on new route to Libya and beyond
By Amina Ismail, Nafisa Eltahir and Renee Maltezou
Sudanese Refugees Face Perilous Journey Through Libya to Europe
Bahr el-Din Yakoub's harrowing escape from Sudan exemplifies the struggles of Sudanese refugees. Facing economic hardship and threats in Egypt, many opt for dangerous routes through Libya to reach Europe. This migration trend highlights increasing challenges and risks faced by Sudanese amidst ongoing conflicts and restrictive immigration policies.
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