Pamphila Roper: Syrian Conflict Gulf States' Role, Kartoniert / Broschiert

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Explore the intricate web of international politics in the Middle East with "Shifting Alliances: The Gulf States' Policy Pivot in the Syrian Conflict." This comprehensive thesis delves into the significant policy shift of the Gulf states regarding Syria, offering insights into the complex factors that drove this transformation.

Historically, the Gulf states, led by Saudi Arabia and Qatar, supported the Assad regime as a strategy to foster Arab solidarity and counter Iran's influence. However, with the onset of the Arab Spring, these same Gulf states began providing political, logistical, financial, and military support to the Syrian opposition. This study dissects the decision-making and policy processes that underpin this major policy shift, using the lenses of neorealism, constructivism, and the political economy approach associated with World Systems Theory.