Middle East Security Explained: Power, Conflict & the Web of Regional Politics

Описание: What makes the Middle East one of the most volatile regions in global politics? In this episode, we break down the Regional Security Complex Theory (RSCT) to explain why conflicts in the Middle East are deeply interconnected. From state rivalries like Iran vs. Saudi Arabia to the role of non-state actors and external powers like the U.S., Russia, and China — this video untangles the web of security threats and alliances shaping the region.

We cover:
✔️ What RSCT is and how it works
✔️ Key Middle Eastern states and their rivalries
✔️ The Israeli-Palestinian conflict and sectarianism
✔️ Proxy wars, terrorism, and nuclear threats
✔️ The involvement of global powers
✔️ Real-world examples of regional interdependence

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📚 References & Resources:
Buzan, Barry & Wæver, Ole. (2003). Regions and Powers: The Structure of International Security. Cambridge University Press.
Gause III, F. Gregory. (2010). The International Relations of the Persian Gulf. Cambridge University Press.
Lynch, Marc. (2016). The New Arab Wars: Uprisings and Anarchy in the Middle East. PublicAffairs.
Ehteshami, Anoushiravan. (2017). Dynamics of Change in the Persian Gulf: Political Economy, War and Revolution. Routledge.
Council on Foreign Relations (CFR): Middle East Explainers – www.cfr.org
Brookings Institution: Middle East Policy Briefs – www.brookings.edu
Chatham House – The Royal Institute of International Affairs: www.chathamhouse.org
Carnegie Middle East Center: In-depth regional analysis – carnegie-mec.org
International Crisis Group – Middle East & North Africa Reports: www.crisisgroup.org
United Nations Reports on Middle East Conflicts: www.un.org