रा. सु. जा. मं. Proxy Dynamics

Vol - I, Issue - I, July - Sept 2024 Page No - 80
Proxy Dynamics: Analyzing Iran's Role in the Israel-Hamas Conflict and Impact on Indo-Pacific
—Ifrah
Abstract
Israel has been engaging in collaborative summits with other island nations in the Pacific region, including the Pacific Islands Forum. The most recent summit focused on combating climate change and discussed the potential establishment of diplomatic relations between Israel and countries like Fiji, Nauru, and Niue. The strikes by Hamas and Israel's response threaten the reconciliation process and diplomatic alliances in the Indo-Pacific region. Around 500 individuals from various backgrounds are currently stranded between Gaza and Israel, exposing them to danger. The Israel-Hamas conflict could impact the diplomatic alliances of other nations in the Indo-Pacific region. Iran's backing of Hamas may influence the diplomatic response of governments in the Indo-Pacific, potentially leading to changes in alliances or foreign policy stances. Continuing conflicts rooted in religious or ideological differences can fuel radicalization and potentially affect regional security and stability in the Indo-Pacific. The Middle East's escalations and instability, including Iran's engagement in the Israel-Hamas war, could lead to population displacements and migration, indirectly impacting worldwide migratory patterns, including moves towards the Indo-Pacific.
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