Israel Attacks Iran’s State Television: Implications for Middle East Security and Geopolitics in 2025
Building Long-Term Peace in the Middle East: Strategic Approaches and Challenges
Addressing Root Causes of Conflict
Achieving sustainable peace requires tackling the underlying issues fueling tensions between Israel and Iran, and more broadly within the Middle East:
- Nuclear Proliferation: Ensuring Iran’s nuclear program is subject to strict international oversight to prevent weapon development.
- Regional Power Dynamics: Managing competition for influence among regional powers such as Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Iran.
- Economic Disparities: Promoting economic development and cooperation to reduce grievances that fuel conflict.
- Political Instability: Supporting governance reforms and stability initiatives within conflict zones.
The Role of Confidence-Building Measures (CBMs)
To reduce mistrust and prevent misunderstandings that escalate conflicts, stakeholders can pursue:
- Communication Hotlines: Establishing direct lines of communication between military and political leaders.
- Military Transparency: Sharing information about military exercises and deployments.
- Joint Confidence Initiatives: Engaging in joint humanitarian projects, environmental cooperation, and cultural exchanges.
- Monitoring and Verification: Utilizing international observers and peacekeeping missions to verify compliance with agreements.
