مجلة القانون، المجتمع والسلطة
Volume 15, Numéro 2, Pages 72-86
2026-09-20

The International Duality In Managing Regional Crises Related To Iran: Between Military Intervention And De- Escalation Mechanisms – A Case Study Of The Strait Of Hormuz

Authors : Esam Ahmed Saleh Dalal .

Abstract

This study highlights the international duality inherent in addressing regional crises related to Iran. It compares two key approaches to international response: military intervention on the one hand and de‑escalation mechanisms on the other. This study analyzes and compares the factors influencing the international community’s choice between these two approaches, highlighting the nature of strategic interests, legal and diplomatic frameworks, and the role of regional and international actors. The study finds that international responses to crises are characterized by duality, and the approach taken—whether cooperative (peaceful) or coercive (military)—varies because of differing security, economic, and social considerations. Given the international and regional communities’ inclination toward promoting stability and security, the findings suggest a preference for using peaceful de-escalation mechanisms in managing regional and international crises, as these are better suited to containing escalation than coercive military options.

Keywords

Iran ; Regional Crises ; Military Intervention ; Mechanisms ; Strait of Hormuz ; International Relations