You can't deter a regime that believes in the end of the world
Israel: State of a Nation
Catherine Perez Shakdam discusses the challenges of deterring regimes with apocalyptic ideologies, arguing that conventional strategies of deterrence are ineffective against entities motivated by beliefs in an impending end of the world. The complexities of engaging with such regimes, particularly in the context of Middle Eastern politics and security concerns, are explored, highlighting the need for nuanced and innovative diplomatic approaches. These discussions are part of broader considerations about geopolitical dynamics and the strategies nations might employ to address ideological extremism.