A research paper

A research paper titled “National Borders and Sovereignty Issues Amid Regional Conflicts” by Prof. Dr. Haider Z. Jassim from Al-Nahrain University’s College of Political Science and Dr. Russel Y. Mazaal from Middle Technical University was published in the Journal of Defense University for Military Studies 📚.The study examines erosion of national borders and Westphalian sovereignty due to rising regional conflicts and non-state actors. It analyzes how borders are breached and states’ independence compromised, especially in the Middle East and Africa. The study finds current conflicts weaken state sovereignty, enabling external interventions. Using deductive, inductive, and comparative methods, it aims to provide a framework to help policymakers protect statehood and enhance regional and international stability amid growing security and cyber threats.