The determınants of confrontatıon between states ın modern world

Purpose: to discuss the most prominent determinants bringing states to confrontation or creating favorable conditions for waging wars on the basis of various theories. Method: comparative analysis, and synthesis. Findings: Confrontations often serve as precursors to war, while wars reshape the dynamics of future confrontations. Therefore, confrontation itself in the modern world emerges from a complex interplay of various factors, each intensifying and interacting with the others in unique ways. If not managed effectively, any confrontation can escalate into war. The factors highlighted in the paper interact in complex ways, with economic motives intertwining with ideological ambitions, and technological advances creating new means of confrontation. Understanding these interconnected factors is crucial for developing strategies to prevent or resolve conflicts in today’s globalized and interdependent world, which in turn underscores the importance of diplomatic efforts, multilateral alliances, and conflict resolution mechanisms to manage and mitigate the risks of modern warfare. Theoretical implications: The article enhances our understanding of the determinants of confrontation through the lens of political, economic, and sociocultural theories as states pursue self-interest in an environment lacking a central authority. Practical implications: The article contributes to the promotion of multilateral approaches and cooperative frameworks for resource sharing by addressing security, economic, technological, ideological, and environmental determinants through targeted strategies in the modern era.