Greece in Panic: Russia Builds Military Base in Libya, Migrants Sail to Europe, Athens Sends Warships!
Europe is on the brink of chaos, and Greece is the frontline! As migrants from Libya once again sail towards the Mediterranean shores, Rome and Athens are panicking over Russia’s military influence in the North African country. Russia is not only supplying Libya with weapons but is also building a potential naval base in the port of Tobruk, in the northeast.
Russians in the Mediterranean: A New Player in the Great Geopolitical Game
Russia has decided not to sit idly by while Europe watches. According to Politico sources, Moscow is using Libya as a key hub in its African strategy. Plans include installing missile systems at the Sebha military base in southern Libya, controlling a potential threat to Europe. Italian Prime Minister Antonio Tajani warns this is an emergency for Europe and urgent joint action is needed.
Migrant Crisis Escalates: Greece Responds with Warships
Greece deployed two warships by the end of June to patrol the Libyan coast, trying to stop the wave of migrants arriving on the island of Crete. Around 9,000 people have arrived on Crete this year alone, nearly double last year’s number. Just last week, over 2,000 migrants landed! The Greek government even notified the European Commission of a three-month suspension of asylum processing for those arriving by sea from North Africa.
Turkey and Russia Race for Influence in Libya
While Greece and Italy try to control the situation, Turkey cooperates with Libyan authorities over maritime zones for energy exploration, further complicating matters. Russia, on the other hand, supports the militias of Khalifa Haftar, who recently banned EU officials from entering Benghazi, where a military parade featuring Russian weapons was held.
Europe in Shock, Allies Silent
Italy and Greece are concerned, but the response from other European allies is disappointing. Diplomats say a recent European diplomatic mission to Libya was a farce. There are fears Russia might use the migrant crisis for hybrid warfare, as it attempted on the EU’s eastern front with Belarus.
Will Europe Allow History to Repeat Itself?
As Russia consolidates its position in Libya, Europe faces growing migrant pressure and geopolitical games with potentially catastrophic consequences. Greece has already implemented strict measures, but will it be enough? Italian Foreign Minister Tajani and others warn Libya is an emergency requiring urgent and coordinated European response.
Conclusion: Europe on the Edge of Chaos, Russia Playing Dirty
While Europe struggles with the migrant crisis, Russia builds a military base and expands its influence in Libya, using chaos as a weapon. Greece has sent warships, but the question remains if that will be enough to stop this geopolitical tsunami. Europe must wake up before it’s too late.
What do you think? Will Europe manage this crisis, or will Russia once again show how to play dirty? Drop a comment and let your voice be heard in this wild story!
