Turbulence in the Eastern Mediterranean

<p>The IISS Strategic Dossier <i>Turbulence in the Eastern Mediterranean: Geopolitical Security and Energy </i><i>Dynamics </i>surveys the geopolitical landscape defence dynamics and energy prospects of the region that spans Cyprus Egypt Greece Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories Lebanon Libya Syria and Turkiye. It assesses the security outlook for the region considering potential flashpoints for intra- and inter-state conflict and evaluating whether newly developed defence ties could evolve into formal alliances. Energy discoveries made in the region in recent years have spurred states’ ambitions to become energy hubs. The dossier evaluates whether such aspirations could lay the foundations for deeper regional cooperation or conversely increase the risk of confrontation.</p><p>The dossier includes both thematic and country-specific chapters. In addition to the countries in the area of study it explores the involvement of seven external powers – China the European Union France the Gulf Cooperation Council states NATO Russia and the United States – and assesses where the opportunities and risks for these actors lie.</p><p>This volume will be essential for policymakers and business leaders seeking a better understanding of the factors shaping the geopolitics of the Eastern Mediterranean region.</p>