Defense & Security

No-nonsense analysis on conflict zones, armed groups, foreign military activity, and security sector shifts across volatile theatres.

Libya as a competing ground for Russia and the United States

Slowly but surely, Libya seems to be creeping closer towards becoming the next competing ground for the U.S.-Russia rivalry.

By The Geopolitical Desk

/ 19 Apr 2024

How the death of Yevgeny Prigozhin may impact Europe's energy security

Following Wagner leader Yevgeny Prigozhin’s death, a cloud of uncertainty was cast on the group’s operations in North Africa. However, recent events are starting to provide a glimpse into the potential ramifications that Wagner’s presence in Libya could have on the country’s oil and gas sector.

By The Geopolitical Desk

/ 7 Oct 2023