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Do strict sentences reduce Libya fuel smuggling
Libyan judiciary has issued prison sentences ranging from 14 to 18 years to 10 individuals, including both citizens and foreigners, on charges of smuggling subsidized fuel and goods out of the country through organized networks active in western Libya, particularly around the city of Zawiya. Zawiya is one of the most important hubs for smuggling subsidized fuel, which authorities regularly raid; however, the phenomenon continues due to the complex and interconnected nature of these smuggling networks, which involve armed elements and local influence. Experts emphasize that while sanctions are necessary, they are not sufficient on their own. A comprehensive approach is required, involving tracking fuel sources, financing, transportation, and confiscating proceeds, in order to dismantle these networks and reach the main operatives. This aims to reduce the phenomenon and protect the national economy from losses estimated in the billions of dollars.
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