Tag: Middle East Geopolitics
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Middle East Realignment after Gaza: From Proxy Wars to Direct Diplomacy?
The Gaza war has triggered a subtle but significant shift in Middle Eastern politics, exposing the limits of proxy warfare and accelerating a turn toward direct diplomacy. As Saudi Arabia, Iran, and regional middle powers recalibrate their strategies, the region stands at a crossroads between enduring conflict and pragmatic negotiation.
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China’s Mediating Role in the Iran-Saudi Arabia Reconciliation
This research explores China’s groundbreaking mediation in the Iran–Saudi Arabia reconciliation of 2023, offering a compelling case of non-Western conflict resolution rooted in economic interests, strategic neutrality, and discreet diplomacy. Challenging traditional Western models, China’s approach signals a shift in global mediation practices amid rising multipolarity, with implications for Middle East security and international relations…