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Establishing operational capabilities in Benghazi would require significant time and investment, reminiscent of the lengthy and costly process seen in Syria, which took years and several billion dollars to set up. In an already strained economic climate, this poses yet another quandary for the Russian government.
Moreover, positioning their most capable naval assets in Benghazi offers them direct striking distance to both the French Navy and the Italian Air Force, raising the stakes of potential engagements in the region. The increasing tensions between NATO and Russia suggest a corridor for potential confrontations, lending credence to the notion that this move may be both reckless and detrimental to Russia's strategic standing.