From Lebanon to Pakistan: A Crescent of Crisis Out of Control?
Denis Bauchard
Since the dawn of the 21st century, and particularly since September 11, 2001, which is widely considered to be a turning point, unrest in the Middle East has intensified and has been expanding eastward. From Lebanon to Pakistan, crisis fronts have multiplied.
• Crescent of Crises
— Frontlines
— Somalianization
• Possible Scenarios
— Pax Americana
— An Islamic Order
— Chaos
— Stabilization
• What to do?
• Possible Actions by the International Community
— Contributing to the Solution of Regional Crises through a Balanced Approach
— Establishing Dialog with All Parties Concerned
— Contributing to Economic and Human Development in the Region
— Establishing a Security System in the Gulf Guaranteed by the International Community
• References