Impact of Ideological Duels and Climate Change on the Middle East

The events in the Middle East are less about the US and the Biden administration, and more about longstanding ideological duels and regional governance failures, which increase the likelihood of sectarian violence. Additionally, climate change is expected to disproportionately affect the Middle East, making large parts of the region uninhabitable for humans. This will particularly impact the non-wealthy countries and populations in the region, exacerbating conflicts and migration flows, which will have implications for Turkey and Europe. Therefore, addressing governance issues and creating a positive political and economic outlook for the Middle East is crucial not only for the region but also for the rest of the world.