Einar H. Dyvik
Research expert covering Nordics and global data for society, economy, and politics
Military spending in MENA - statistics & facts
Armed and military conflicts in the Middle East and North African region are often represented in the media. Peace in the Middle East seems to be under constant threat through the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinians, and the aftermath of the Arab Spring in several countries of the region. Furthermore, the tension between the Islamic Republic of Iran and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is reflected through armed proxy wars and conflicts in the Middle East And North Africa. As of March 2023, Iran and Saudi Arabia were in negotiations to reestablish their relations. While in recent years Israel was able to establish peaceful contact and mutual recognition with several of its Arab neighbors; the situation in the Middle East and North Africa remains tense and is reflected in the military spending of the governments in the region.
