Tue. Feb 17th, 2026

The political crisis in the Middle East is one of the most complex and prolonged global issues. Various factors, including colonial history, ethnic conflicts, and the influence of foreign powers, are the main causes of tensions in this region. Countries such as Syria, Yemen and Libya are experiencing armed fighting due to dissatisfaction with the existing government. In Syria, the civil war that began in 2011 has caused hundreds of thousands of deaths and displaced millions of people. This conflict implies the division of groups based on ethnicity, religion, as well as international support for various factions, creating a situation that is difficult to overcome. Yemen is also facing a severe crisis, with conflict between the Saudi-backed government and the Iran-backed Houthi group. The situation was made worse by international military intervention which resulted in one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises, with thousands of children suffering from malnutrition and lack of access to clean water. Libya, which was plunged into chaos after the fall of Muammar Gaddafi’s government in 2011, saw the direct impact of intervention by outside powers. Political instability in the country has resulted in divisions between the internationally recognized government and local factions. This makes reconciliation efforts increasingly difficult and worsens security conditions in the region. Beyond armed conflict, political changes in Gulf countries, such as Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, are also showing signs of tension. Economic and social reforms promoted by new leaders are often combined with repression against critical voices, adding to a long list of challenges to political stability. The Middle East crisis also triggered mass migration. A refugee fleeing conflict often faces stigma and challenges in their destination country, creating complex social dynamics. European countries, forced to take stringent measures to manage refugee flows, are starting to feel the impact of this crisis directly, enriching the narrative of this conflict on the world stage. Meanwhile, diplomatic efforts to defuse tensions often hit a dead end. Endless discussions on core issues such as Palestine-Israel have not produced significant results. This problem complicates China’s stabilization efforts and exacerbates the sense of injustice felt by many residents in the region. On the one hand, the involvement of global powers in the Middle East, including the US and Russia, as well as regional countries, adds to the complexity of the crisis. Various national and strategic interests further extend uncertainty in this region. Finally, tracing the root of the problem and finding sustainable solutions is a challenge in itself. Many argue that without a more inclusive approach and attention to local aspirations, conflict resolution efforts in the Middle East will continue to be trapped in a cycle of violence and discontent.