Authors Bio
Zuyel Rana is a Lecturer in the Department of Islamic History and Culture at North Bengal International University ( NBIU), Rajshahi. He holds both an MA and a BA in Islamic History and Culture from the University of Rajshahi. His research interests include History of Bengal, Muslim Rule in India, Middle East, Modern Europe, Muslim Philosophy.
Abstract
The Middle East is of immense importance in international politics, as it holds immense importance in international politics due to its strategic location at the crossroads of Asia, Europe and Africa. Religious and historical importance, strategic location, vast oil resources and major international trade routes made the Middle East a focus of interest for major powers, especially the United States, in the 20th century. However, the roots of American hegemony in the Middle East can be traced back to the end of the colonial era after World War II and the rise of the Cold War. Controlling oil, containing Soviet Union influence, and ensuring Israel’s security became the main goals of American policy. To achieve these goals, the United States has chosen to form military alliances, provide economic assistance and if necessary, intervene militarily. The United States has always supported Israel, even though Israel has committed genocide in Palestine. To maintain its hegemony in the Middle East, the United States has established various countries, including Saudi Arabia, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait and Qatar, as its vassal states and has built military bases. On the other hand, the United States military aggression in Iraq, Afghanistan, Syria, Libya, and Yemen in the name of combating terrorism has resulted in humanitarian disasters. These controversial actions by the United States have led to the emergence of various armed groups in the Middle East, which are destroying peace in the region. In recent times, China and Russia attempts to expand their influence in the Middle East and Iran to acquire nuclear power have posed new challenges to United States hegemony in the region. This article will look at the historical foundation and evolution of US dominance since World War II in the Middle East, with an emphasis on US control over oil production, US containment efforts, alliances, military interventions and US support for Israel, while studying new threats from China, Russia and Iran’s nuclear ambitions.
Keywords
Middle East, Iran, Iraq, Hegemony, Embargo, Cold War.
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