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Libya has been embroiled in civil unrest since the fall of Muammar Gaddafi in 2011, leading to its division. The internationally recognized government is based in the west in Tripoli, while the eastern region is controlled by Khalifa Haftar, a warlord consolidating power in a military dictatorship. Haftar's recent outreach to Russia signals a potential deepening of ties, marked by recent high-profile visits by Russian officials and increased military cooperation.
In this context, Russia's military activities have intensified in Libya, often going unnoticed amid the more prominent conflict in Ukraine. Russian tactical aircraft and military logistics, previously concentrated in Syria, have begun reshaping Libya's military landscape, indicating a lasting strategic interest.