12 Aug 2021 | 01:15 PM UTC
Libya-Tunisia: Land and air borders between Libya and Tunisia remain closed as of Aug. 12 due to COVID-19 concerns /update 1
As of Aug. 12, Libya's air and land borders with Tunisia remain closed until further notice as authorities combat COVID-19 and its variants.
Event
Libya's land and air borders with Tunisia remain closed as of Aug. 12. Authorities in Libya initially closed its borders with Tunisia beginning July 8 as part of their efforts to combat the spread of COVID-19 and its variants. It is not clear when the border will reopen.
Heightened security measures are likely on both sides of the border. The closure of the border could prompt goods shortages in Libya. Traders may protest in response to the border closure. Should demonstrations occur, clashes between protesters and local security forces could occur.
Advice
Reconfirm the status of the Libyan-Tunisian air and land borders before planning cross-border travel or processing cross-border cargo shipments. Avoid concentrations of security personnel. Avoid all protests.
