Families of Tarhuna victims demand justice after five years of silence
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In 2020, dozens of mass graves were discovered by the Libyan government in the city of Tarhuna. Hundreds of civilians were detained, tortured and killed by the Kaniyat militia. Five years later, people say that not enough has been done by authorities to hold those responsible to account.
Breakdown
- Over 330 bodies found in mass graves after Al-Kaniyat militia left Tarhuna 36s
- US and ICC have blacklisted Al-Kaniyat leaders for war crimes 40s
- Libyan prosecutor issued 400+ warrants, but most suspects fled east 1m 30s
- Victims' families warn lack of justice could lead to violence 1m 58s
- More than five years after discovery, accountability remains elusive 2m 16s