Might makes right...so this should work out well for everyone because everyone knows the best way to protect yourself and prevent violence, is to have weapons. Makes sense, sure.
"As tensions with Iran rise, many Persian Gulf countries have come to see themselves as the likely first targets of an Iranian attack."
“We believe there is a need for power to protect peace, and strong people with the capability to respond are the real protectors of peace,” said Sheik Khalifa bin Zayed al-Nahyan, the president of the United Arab Emirates and ruler of the emirate of Abu Dhabi, at the exposition. “That is why we are keen to maintain the efficiency of ourarmed forces.”
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The best way for states to protect their interests is to maximize their power. With Iran's interests unconstrained relative to the previous regional balance, it seems to me natural that Iran might now attempt too consildate its new influence.
Yes it would be wonderful if there were no conflicts, weapons, or war, but the simple fact of the matter is if there ever was a "world disarmament", how would you enforce it? And there will always be those one or two countries that don't, and then everyone else is at their mercy. In today's world the only way to protect your country and its ideals is bolster military power.
I believe realism truly dominates the whole world. Regardless of morality and peace, deep down every country is concerned with its own survival; therefore, if it takes developing and concealing weapons, it will happen. No state wants to be slapped in the face. Everyone wants to be prepared for whoever decides to attack. Therefore, we should not be surprised when we find that a country is just preparing for self-defense.
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