Understanding the Nuclearization of Middle East with Reference to Indo-Pak Security Paradox
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.51872/prjah.vol8.Iss1.429Keywords:
Strategic Stability, Nuclear Deterrence, Nuclear Proliferation, Middle East, Pakistan, IranAbstract
Developmental capability of Iran’s nuclear weapons is a remarkable challenge facing the security dynamics of regions as well as the world at large, especially in the already volatile Middle East region. The purpose of this study is to explore the potential impacts of such an acquisition on strategic stability in response to Israel's expansion on the one hand and Saudi-Pak Strategic Partnership on the other within the region. Drawing on historical precedents from South Asia and the Middle East, this paper will set in context the situation to be studied. It will analyze how Iran’s nuclear capabilities could alter the strategic calculations of key regional actors, including Saudi Arabia, Israel, and non-state actors like Hezbollah. This research will also consider the reactions of the international community, particularly the United States and other European nations, regarding an Iran with nuclear weapons. The nature of the research undertaken in the study is qualitative, and it utilizes case studies and interviews of experts on how nuclear proliferation may change power shifts, security collaborations, and even the scopes of conflict. By citing important themes and trends in the responses of various stakeholders, this research hopes to add depth and richness to regional stability. At the very least, this study expects to provide policymakers and scholars with insights into the delicate relationships between the highly contested issue of nuclear proliferation and strategic stability in the Middle East: that it will provide insights for future diplomatic efforts and security frameworks.
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