October 19, 2025

The Tragedy of Regional Powers in the Middle East

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Instability and conflict in the Middle East are driven by the anarchic structure of the international system, leading to regional power struggles.
Power maximization and security concerns of states significantly contribute to the enduring conflicts observed in the region.
The findings emphasize the importance of considering systemic factors rather than just historical grievances when analyzing Middle East issues.
Understanding these dynamics can help in developing more effective approaches to achieving stability in the Middle East.

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The Middle East’s enduring conflict and instability are not merely the result of historical grievances or ideological differences, they are fundamentally rooted in the international system’s anarchic structure and states’ inherent drive to maximize their power and security.

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Lisa Issac (Wed,) studied this question.

www.synapsesocial.com/papers/68f43efb854d1061a58ac15f — DOI: https://doi.org/10.31278/1810-6374-2025-23-4-134-142

The Tragedy of Regional Powers in the Middle East

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