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Russia and the Middle East: Adjusting to a New Political Vista

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The International Politics of the Arab Spring

Part of the book series: The Modern Muslim World ((MMUS))

Abstract

Since the very beginning of the Arab Spring, analysts have been arguing about its implications for the Middle East. Indeed, during, at least, the last decade, its outbreak in 2011 is probably one of the most important events that took place in the region. By now, the Arab Spring has completely transformed the sociopolitical structure of the Middle East and reconfigured its international relations. While the revolutionary processes in the Arab Spring are significant within the region, the beginning of the Arab Spring also has implications for many states beyond the Middle East. From a certain point of view, Russia is no exception. The Arab Spring has compelled the Kremlin to revise its foreign policy toward the Middle East, making it a much more active participant in the whirlpool of regional events.

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Kozhanov, N. (2014). Russia and the Middle East: Adjusting to a New Political Vista. In: Mason, R. (eds) The International Politics of the Arab Spring. The Modern Muslim World. Palgrave Macmillan, New York. https://doi.org/10.1057/9781137481726_5

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