Two Italians from the Land Flotilla held in Libya: pre-trial detention extended

The two Italian citizens participating in the Land flotilla and held in Libya appeared yesterday before the competent Libyan Prosecutor. At the end of the hearing, the local judicial authority ordered the continuation of pre-trial detention until their next appearance, thus leaving their detention conditions unchanged, at least for the moment.

New request for consular visit

As part of the assistance provided to compatriots abroad, the Consul General of Italy in Benghazi has submitted a new formal request for a consular visit to the two Italians. This is considered a crucial step to directly monitor the conditions of the detained Italians and to ensure the necessary institutional support during this phase of the matter.

The Farnesina is following the case with Tripoli and Benghazi

The situation remains closely monitored by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, From 'Italian Embassy in Tripoli and from Consulate General in Benghazi, who continue to maintain contact with local authorities. The stated goal is to protect the two Italian citizens and work, through diplomatic and consular channels, to facilitate their return to Italy as quickly as possible.

Constant communication with local authorities

Italian diplomatic efforts continue in coordination with Libyan representatives, at a critical stage for the progress of the proceedings and the definition of the next steps. Italian representatives in Libya are monitoring the developments in the pre-trial detention and any decisions that may be made at the next hearing before the competent authorities.

Families informed about developments

The families of the two Italians have been informed of the status of their detention and of the diplomatic efforts made so far to ensure assistance and protection for their families. Communication with relatives remains an integral part of the efforts carried out by Italian institutions, which are committed to providing updates on the case's progress and on the initiatives undertaken with the Libyan authorities.

A case followed on the diplomatic and consular level

The case of the two Italians held in Libya remains the focus of the Italian authorities, who continue to work on multiple levels: on the one hand, monitoring the local judicial proceedings, on the other, requesting consular access and conducting diplomatic efforts aimed at the return of the Italian nationals. Pending the next hearing, the Farnesina reaffirms its commitment to protecting the Italian citizens involved.