Minorities in the Middle East: Recognition and Denial

Minorities in the Middle East : Recognition and Denial Dr. Hassan AssiAcademic and Researcher in Anthropology The exploitation of sectarian divisions by state and non-state actors, sectarian violence, the persecution faced by various ethnic and religious groups, and the threats of partition or secession that are now real scenarios, make the issue of minorities a central issue for the stability of the Middle East. Diversity management remains a critical criterion for assessing the ongoing political transitions in this region. I try to shed light on the political and global dimension of the phenomenon of minorities, and to counter the prevailing cultural and religious interpretations.