After the Second World War, the world entered the period known as the Cold War. During that time, the ideological conflict between capitalism and communism had a profound influence on global politics. The world was largely divided around two superpowers — the United States and the Soviet Union. Although the Cold War formally ended, the conflict of ideologies has not completely disappeared. Today, it seems to be emerging again in a different and transformed form. In contemporary global politics, we often see discussions revolving around Iran, other Islamic countries, and the politics surrounding oil resources. However, this conflict is not limited only to religion or oil. In reality, the type of government and ideology that rules a country, and whether it benefits or threatens the political and economic interests of powerful nations like the United States, often determines how that country is perceived or treated internationally. Thus, conflicts presented in the name of religion freque...