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The West's Policy on the Middle East Needs to Be Credible

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The West's policy on the Middle East has been a failure. It has led to the deaths of thousands of innocent civilians, the destabilization of the region, and the rise of extremist groups. It is time for a new approach.

And what about Human Rights?: The West's Policy on the Middle East Needs to Be Credible

by Wendy Liu

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Failures of the West's Policy

The West's policy on the Middle East has been based on a number of false assumptions. Firstly, the West has assumed that the region is inherently unstable and that it is necessary to impose order from outside. This assumption has led to a number of disastrous interventions, such as the invasion of Iraq in 2003.

Secondly, the West has assumed that the Middle East is a monolithic entity. This assumption has led to a failure to understand the complex dynamics of the region and to develop policies that are tailored to the specific needs of each country.

Thirdly, the West has assumed that its own values and interests are universally applicable. This assumption has led to a number of policies that have been deeply resented by the people of the Middle East.

Potential Solutions

There are a number of potential solutions to the failures of the West's policy on the Middle East. Firstly, the West must recognize that the region is inherently unstable and that it cannot be imposed on order from outside. This means that the West must focus on supporting local actors and institutions, and on promoting dialogue and reconciliation.

Secondly, the West must understand the complex dynamics of each country. This means that the West must develop policies that are tailored to the specific needs of each country.

Thirdly, the West must respect the values and interests of the people of the Middle East. This means that the West must listen to their concerns and respect their right to self-determination.

The West's policy on the Middle East has been a failure. It is time for a new approach. The West must recognize that the region is inherently unstable and that it cannot be imposed on order from outside. The West must also understand the complex dynamics of each country and respect the values and interests of the people of the Middle East. Only then can the West begin to build a credible policy that will promote peace and stability in the region.

And what about Human Rights?: The West's Policy on the Middle East Needs to Be Credible

by Wendy Liu

4.3 out of 5