When the Arab Spring turned into civil wars in Syria and Libya, Russia returned to the Middle East on a self-defense policy platform, seeking to counter Western ambitions in the region. ..…
[ii] In North Africa, Russia is simultaneously mediating Libya’s civil war and being invited to make a decisive move on behalf of the east-based Libyan National Army, led by General Khalifa Hafter, one of the warring parties there. ... [iii] “Libya’s East-Based Army Calls For Stronger..…
Libya has been in turmoil since 2011, when an armed revolt during the 'Arab Spring' led to the ouster and death of dictator Muammar Gaddafi. ... Libya has been in turmoil since 2011, when an armed revolt during the 'Arab Spring' led to the ouster and death of dictator..…