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Vol. 1 No. 4 (2023)
Academic International Conference on Multi-Disciplinary Studies and Education

Articles

THE IRAQ WAR 20 YEARS ON TOWARDS A NEW REGIONAL ARCHITECTURE

Published 2023-05-01

  • Abdumannonov Bobomurod Dilmurodovich

Abstract

The Iraq War, a contentious conflict that commenced in 2003, has had widespread and lasting ramifications for the Middle East and beyond. Two decades hence, the region remains enmeshed in a tangle of turbulence and strife, with sectarian schisms, political upheavals, and extraneous interventions shaping the strategic landscape. This illuminating paper delves into the aftermath of the Iraq War, laying bare its repercussions for the regional architecture. Employing a robust literature review of academic and policy sources, coupled with interviews with key stakeholders, the paper ferrets out the principal challenges and opportunities confronting the region. It posits that a fresh regional architecture, which can grapple with the intricate and fluctuating dynamics of the Middle East, is an absolute necessity.

The paper proffers a comprehensive blueprint for a new regional architecture that emphasizes the crucial values of mutual respect, inclusivity, and cooperation. The paper culminates by underscoring the indispensable role of regional leadership and international collaboration in achieving a stable and prosperous Middle East.

Keywords

Iraq War, Middle East, regional architecture, multilateralism, unilateralism, interventionism, militarism, security, stability, cooperation, human rights, democracy, extremism, terrorism, sectarianism, conflict, dialogue, leadership, stakeholders, international relations.

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