Russian interests in the Horn of Africa: A Red Sea foothold?
Journal: South African Journal of International Affairs
Year: 2022

ABSTRACTRussia's global strategy to establish itself as a superpower has led to its increased presence in Africa, particularly after the 2014 tensions over the Crimea in Ukraine created a rift with the West. In recent years, Russia has rebuilt its status as a regional actor in the Horn of Africa lost after the dissolution of the Soviet Union. As in other parts of the world, Russia uses many tools to promote its influence in the region, providing political and military support, as well as engagin