Russia eyes Libya to replace Syria as Africa launchpad

The fall of Bashar al-Assad in Syria has disrupted Russia’s strategy in the Mediterranean and Africa, leading them to focus on Libya as a potential foothold. Russian activities in Libya include supporting Khalifa Haftar against the Government of National Unity, with a transfer of military resources and troops noted since Assad’s fall. Moscow’s shift to Libya aims for continuity and expansion of influence, but faces challenges from other regional powers and potential limitations in the complex Libyan political landscape.

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