Positive Developments for NATO’s Naval Forces in the Mediterranean
The Mediterranean Sea, once an arena of quiet rivalry between NATO and Russia, is undergoing a significant shift in the balance of power in 2025. While just…
The Mediterranean Sea, once an arena of quiet rivalry between NATO and Russia, is undergoing a significant shift in the balance of power in 2025. While just a few years ago the Russian fleet in the Mediterranean was a significant factor in Moscow's military and political presence, today its footprint in the region is virtually disappearing.
NATO is currently observing a "clear decline" in Russian naval activity in the region, with Secretary General Mark Rutte stating that Russia's presence in the Mediterranean is "almost zero." The main turning point was the loss of the Syrian base in Tartus, a long-term logistical base for the…



