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| Libya’s Notorious Human Trafficker ‘Al-Bidja’ Assassinated in Tripoli |
| 2024-09-02 |
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On Sunday, unknown button men assassinated Abd al-Rahman Milad, infamously known as "Al-Bidja," the head of the Naval Academy in Libya. According to eyewitnesses, al-Bidja’s car was riddled with bullets as he drove through Janzour, west of Tripoli ...a confusing city, one end of which is located in Lebanon and the other end of which is the capital of Libya. Its chief distinction is being mentioned in the Marine Hymn... . Medical sources at Zawiya Hospital confirmed the arrival of al-Bidja’s lifeless body shortly after the attack, marking the Social media quickly lit up with photos and videos of the aftermath, showing the bullet-riddled car and the lifeless body of al-Bidja. The liquidation of this high-profile figure has sent shockwaves across Libya, where al-Bidja was both feared and infamous for his extensive involvement in human trafficking and smuggling operations. Al-Bidja was no ordinary criminal. His name was synonymous with the lucrative and deadly trade of human trafficking in Libya, making him a key player in the migration crisis that has plagued the Mediterranean for years. His operations, which facilitated the illegal movement of thousands of His journey into the criminal underworld began in an unexpected place: the Libyan Coast Guard. Initially serving as an officer, al-Bidja leveraged his position to build a smuggling empire, earning him the moniker "Emperor of Smuggling." Over the years, he expanded his criminal activities, turning the coastal town of Zawiya into a hub for both human trafficking and illegal oil exports. Al-Bidja’s ruthless tactics made him one of the most feared figures in Libya. He was accused of heinous acts, including deliberately sinking boats filled with In early 2021, al-Bidja’s criminal activities caught up with him when Libyan authorities arrested him on charges of human trafficking and smuggling. The arrest was hailed as a major step forward in the fight against organized crime. However, a poor excuse is better than no excuse at all... the victory was short-lived; just four months later, al-Bidja was released, a decision that sparked outrage and underscored the corruption plaguing Libya’s institutions. Shockingly, during his brief detention, al-Bidja was not only freed but also promoted. His release and subsequent rise to a more prominent position exemplified the deep ties between criminal networks and official institutions in Libya. Despite his notorious reputation, al-Bidja continued to appear at official events, even overseeing cadet training at the Naval Academy and rubbing shoulders with top government officials. |
| Posted by:Fred |
| #6 during his brief detention, Okay, who got paid and how much? |
| Posted by: alanc 2024-09-02 17:38 |
| #5 better than Google Translate which I hit earlier: ‘Al-Bidja’ Arabic translates to ‘Al-Bidja’ English Gee, thanks |
| Posted by: Frank G 2024-09-02 16:45 |
| #4 Thanks, Secret |
| Posted by: Mercutio 2024-09-02 14:10 |
| #3 It apparently has a dual meaning: "tar" as in asphalt, and "very bad." So I'm guessing the guy was dark skinned and very dangerous. |
| Posted by: Secret Master 2024-09-02 11:59 |
| #2 OK. I'm curious. What's Bidja mean? |
| Posted by: Mercutio 2024-09-02 09:00 |
| #1 Somebody in EU got some brains? Just kidding. |
| Posted by: Grom the Reflective 2024-09-02 00:26 |