Explore the complex landscape of Middle East politics and international relations with the indispensable second edition of ‘Crisis Zone’. This comprehensive textbook, ideal for students and academics, delves into the region’s modern history to explain current conflicts and geopolitical shifts, including the growing influence of Russia and China. Updated with standalone chapters offering historical context and contemporary analysis, it dissects critical themes like external intervention, political Islam, nationalism, and human rights. Understand the profound global repercussions of events in this ever-changing crisis zone. Essential reading for grasping the dynamics of states and non-state actors shaping the contemporary Middle East.