UK · 9 June 2026

UK-bound migrants kidnapped, threatened with kidney removal

Hundreds of young men trying to reach the UK were kidnapped and tortured last summer, with threats of forced organ removal. A militia in Libya captured over 300 Iraqi Kurdish migrants, demanding a $5,000 ransom from their families for their release. At least one hostage died, and some released captives showed evidence of torture and forced operations.

By BriefTea Editorial · 9 June 2026 at 15:36

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