Political Interventions to ‘Ripen’ Peace Initiatives: An Analysis of the Northern Ireland and Israeli/Palestinian Conflicts

As President of the United States, Donald Trump’s decision to recognise Jerusalem as capital Israel served heighten tensions in Middle East and instantly undermined his stated goal bringing peace troubled region. This paper will argue that there are important lessons be gained from political process Northern Ireland help bolster a East. Through an analysis Unionist politics pre- post- Anglo-Irish Agreement, is need not only encourage militants make peace, but also incentivise regional hegemons into meaningful negotiations. The highlight role played by international hegemonic powers they seek create Strategically Benefical Moment for all sides conflict ‘ripen’ conditions peace.