Bálint Kása

The Rising Tide: Russia’s Expanding Influence in Libya
As Russian forces under the 'African Corps' banner fortify their presence in southern Libya, a strategic challenge emerges for the West. With shipments of military supplies flooding Tobruk and Washington's diplomatic re-engagement, tensions...
Navigating Complexity: Libya’s Diplomatic Relations in a Post-Qadhafi Era
Libya's diplomatic landscape is highly complex, shaped by internal divisions, foreign influences, and a history of external intervention. Since the fall of Qadhafi in 2011, the country has struggled with instability, competing factions,...
Doing Business in Libya?
Libya's recent history, marked by political upheaval and conflict, presents both challenges and opportunities for foreign investment. While the country possesses significant economic potential, realizing it requires addressing security concerns, strengthening governance and...
Forward-Pointing Technological Collaboration and Geopolitical Competition: Japan’s Dual Set of Goals in the Middle East
Japanese diplomacy has been successful in strengthening economic ties with Middle Eastern, especially GCC states, which may lead to various successes in the coming years. Ambitions suggest there is more to come. This...
The Revival of the Libyan Hydrocarbon Sector or a Gamble of Foreign Investments? Indian Companies’ Current Re-entry Strategy and its Implications
Indian companies are stepping up to continue interrupted business on Libyan soil. Let’s investigate the opportunities and risks. A recent trend of state-owned Indian Oil companies interested in international investments appears to show...
Libya after Derna: Crisis Management and Prospects on Reconstruction Through Foreign Resources
The collapse of dams has brought destruction upon the Derna area. Let’s explore what developments this triggered in the country. Situation The night of September 10 to 11 will be tragically remembered in...
The Impacts of Hamas’s Recent Attack on Israel’s Security Infrastructure
The recent events have shed light on Israel’s security vulnerabilities in the physical domain. Let’s investigate the pillars it stood on in the past and see how the new status quo impacts its...