Abstract:
Middle East tensions are characterized by a complex web of political, religious, and ethnic conflicts that have long defined the region. Central to these tensions are the rivalries between key regional powers such as Saudi Arabia and Iran, the ongoing civil wars in Syria and Yemen, and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The rise of militant groups, fluctuating oil prices, and the strategic interests of global powers like the US, Russia, and China further complicate the geopolitical landscape. Recent developments include the normalization of relations between Israel and some Arab states through the Abraham Accords, shifting alliances, and the enduring humanitarian crises. The implications of these tensions are far-reaching, affecting global energy markets, international security, and regional stability.
List of Articles (2022-2024):
- “Saudi-Iran Rivalry: Implications for Regional Stability” – Foreign Policy, January 2022.
- “The Civil War in Yemen: A Humanitarian Catastrophe” – The Guardian, February 2022.
- “Syria’s Ongoing Conflict and the International Response” – Reuters, March 2022.
- “The Impact of the Abraham Accords on Middle East Politics” – The New York Times, April 2022.
- “The Role of Militant Groups in Middle East Conflicts” – BBC News, May 2022.
- “US Policy in the Middle East: Challenges and Strategies” – Council on Foreign Relations, June 2022.
- “Russia’s Involvement in the Syrian Conflict” – The Moscow Times, July 2022.
- “The Economic Impact of Oil Price Fluctuations in the Middle East” – Bloomberg, August 2022.
- “The Humanitarian Crisis in the Middle East: Focus on Refugees” – UNHCR Report, September 2022.
- “China’s Growing Influence in the Middle East” – Asia Times, October 2022.
- “The Future of Iraq Post-ISIS” – Al Jazeera, November 2022.
- “Water Scarcity and Its Impact on Middle East Tensions” – Water International Journal, December 2022.
- “Middle East Cyber Warfare: New Frontiers in Conflict” – Cybersecurity Journal, January 2023.
- “Iran’s Nuclear Program: Regional and Global Implications” – International Atomic Energy Agency Report, February 2023.
- “The Role of the European Union in Middle East Peace Efforts” – EU Observer, March 2023.
- “Middle East Arms Race: Trends and Consequences” – Defense News, April 2023.
- “The Political Landscape of Lebanon: A Country in Crisis” – Middle East Eye, May 2023.
- “Turkey’s Strategic Interests in the Middle East” – The Diplomat, June 2023.
- “Israel’s Security Policies and Regional Dynamics” – Haaretz, July 2023.
- “The Impact of US Sanctions on Iran” – Financial Times, August 2023.