Europe and the MENA Region: Media Reporting, Humanitarianism, Conflict Resolution, and Peacebuilding

This book provides an overview of the National Dialogue design process in fragile settings in the MENA region, comparing the Yemeni NDC 2013 with those of Afghanistan and Ethiopia, and examining the news frames used in the coverage of the conflicts. It also integrates a media lens by analyzing the extent of media coverage devoted to the Yemeni and Syrian wars by four prestigious European online news platforms.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 253 pages
Publication date: 27 April 2023
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This comprehensive book offers a thorough exploration of the National Dialogue design process in fragile settings across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. It provides a comparative analysis at the international level by examining the Yemeni National Development Conference (NDC) 2013 in comparison to those of Afghanistan and Ethiopia, as well as focusing on Iraq and Tunisia at the regional level. Moreover, it goes beyond the traditional scope of examining political and social conflicts by delving into a rich theoretical framework that analyzes the role of Humanitarian Aid in contributing to war economies in the Arab region. Furthermore, the book takes a step forward by examining the news frames used in the coverage of the conflicts in the Middle East and North Africa and integrating a media lens by analyzing the extent of media coverage devoted to the Yemeni and Syrian wars by four prestigious European online news platforms.

The book presents a stark contrast between the on-ground reality of the conflicts in the region, characterized by a multitude of social, political, economic, geographic, and humanitarian challenges, and the discordant abstract portrayal of these conflicts in European online media. By undertaking this comprehensive analysis, the book sheds light on the complexities and nuances of the conflicts in the MENA region, challenging prevailing narratives and providing a more nuanced understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing these countries.

This book is a valuable resource for scholars, policymakers, and activists interested in understanding the dynamics of conflict, peacebuilding, and media coverage in the MENA region. It offers a wealth of insights and perspectives that will contribute to the ongoing dialogue and efforts to address the complex challenges facing the region.

Weight: 354g
Dimension: 210 x 148 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030988371
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022