Russia transporting military assets from Syria to Libya, officials say

Russia transporting military assets from Syria to Libya, officials say
Russia's President Vladimir Putin makes a speech during an awards ceremony in the Kremlin, in Moscow on December 12, 2024.

Russia has begun transferring significant military forces and equipment from Syria to Libya, according to Western officials. CNN reports that naval assets are being moved, aiming to secure a Russian presence in Benghazi's port. This strategic shift coincides with Moscow's evaluation of the new Syrian government's openness to negotiations, potentially allowing Russian forces to maintain bases in Syria. The move reflects Russia's enduring strategy to project power and access Mediterranean waters.

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