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2024 Middle East: The Collapse of the “Axis of Resistance” and Global Strategic Shifts (Key Analysis)

Why Should We Focus on the Collapse of the “Axis of Resistance” Now?

In this article, we will examine the background of the collapsing “Axis of Resistance,” centered on Iran in 2024, the changes in major organizations such as Hamas, Hezbollah, the Houthis, and Syria, and, accordingly, the North Korean nuclear issue, South Korea’s nuclear potential, and the necessity of securing nuclear-powered submarines in great detail.
The latter part of the article will cover the strategic direction Korea should choose in the future and how the global economic order will be reorganized.
You can see trends in the Middle East, the Korean Peninsula, and the global economy at a glance.

1. Chronological Summary of the Collapse of the “Axis of Resistance” Centered on Iran

– Iran’s influence has been noticeably decreasing since 2023-2024.
– The Syrian Assad regime is at an irreparable level after the civil war, and it has been neglected as Russia’s focus has shifted to Ukraine.
– Hezbollah is accumulating military losses due to increased clashes with Israel.
– Hamas suffered devastating damage after the 2023 Gaza war, weakening its organization.
– The Houthis are also facing a crisis of survival after the Yemeni civil war and direct military intervention by the U.S. and the U.K.

2. Collapsed Balance and Reorganization of the Middle East Order

– The “Axis of Resistance” was the core of anti-American, anti-Israel, and anti-Western strategies.
– Now it is divided and each is looking out for themselves.
– Unofficial alliances and neutralization, such as Saudi Arabia-Israel, are rapidly emerging.
– Reduced uncertainty in oil supply → contributing to short-term stability in the global energy market.
– The geopolitical map centered on Western and pro-American countries is being redrawn.
– The global investment environment is seeing a lower Middle East risk premium (immediately reflected in the financial market).

3. Changes in International Politics When North Korea’s Nuclear Status Is Recognized

– Global hegemonic powers (especially the U.S.) have started mentioning the possibility of recognizing North Korea as a nuclear-possessing state on the condition that it ‘no longer makes nuclear weapons.’
– Recognition of nuclear status may promote security awareness and an arms race among neighboring countries (South Korea, Japan, etc.).
– A transition from security uncertainty to a ‘frozen nuclear order.’
– Economically, partial easing of sanctions related to North Korea and increased economic involvement by China and Russia are expected.
– A new paradigm for U.S. policy toward North Korea (shifting from deterrence-oriented to management).

4. Korea’s Own Deterrence: Discussion of Nuclear Potential and Nuclear-Powered Submarines

– Linked to the trend of North Korea becoming a nuclear-possessing state, the “nuclear self-possession theory” in Korea is re-emerging.
– The need to possess nuclear potential is emerging in terms of minimum deterrence.
– It has industrial technology and nuclear power potential.
– It is essential to mention the move to secure ‘nuclear-powered submarines’ in cooperation with the United States.
– Nuclear-powered submarines: important in terms of survivability, mobility, and extended deterrence
– A strategic solution to manage both maintaining potential nuclear capabilities and the credibility of the U.S.’s extended deterrence.

5. Future Strategic Response and Impact on the World Economy

– Korea must strengthen its own deterrence + deepen alliance (with the U.S.) in parallel.
– The U.S. also needs to re-recognize the need to strengthen alliance management in East Asia.
– Collapse of the “Axis of Resistance” → Reduced supply chain uncertainty from the Middle East
– On the other hand, the risk of instability in Northeast Asia (Korean Peninsula) may increase
– It is essential to simultaneously consider global economic security and trade order
– Investment, energy, global trade strategy, and defense technology should be noted

– In 2024, the “Axis of Resistance” centered on Iran has virtually collapsed.
– Hamas, Hezbollah, the Houthis, and Syria have all lost power.
– The new Middle East order may bring a temporary stability timing to the oil and financial markets.
– The trend of recognizing North Korea as a nuclear-possessing state is reorganizing the strategic landscape of the Korean Peninsula and Northeast Asia.
– Korea must discuss the discussion for acquiring substantial deterrents such as nuclear potential and nuclear-powered submarines.
– Deepening economic and security alliances with the United States can manage global economic uncertainty.

2024 Middle East ‘Axis of Resistance’ Collapse and Global Economic Security Clock

This is the latest political commentary including key words such as global economic outlook, North Korea’s nuclear possession, Korea’s deterrent power, nuclear-powered submarines, and world security.
It shows the reduction of risks from the Middle East, the escalation of tensions on the Korean Peninsula, and the readjustment of the U.S. economic strategy at a glance.
It is time to read economic security, global supply chains, strategic investment, and financial market trends across the board.

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