RELIGIOUS SECURITY AS PART OF A MULTIDIMENSIONAL SECURITY SYSTEM

Abstract

B a c k g r o u n d . Religious security is a crucial component of the overall security system and is in constant interaction with its other elements, such as national, humanitarian, and political security. This interdependence determines the approach to studying religious security, which involves identifying existing threats and developing effective mechanisms to eliminate them and prevent potential risks. The ability to accurately assess the motives underlying religious conflicts is of utmost importance, as incorrect judgments about their causes can lead to misguided actions that, in turn, threaten stability not only in the religious sphere but also in national, political, and humanitarian domains.

M e t h o d s . This study employs literature analysis, comparative and contextual research methods, as well as case studies to examine real- world examples of religion being used in conflicts. Sources on the theory of religious security, national and political security, conflicts, and humanitarian crises have been analyzed, including cases of terrorist organizations that exploit religious motives to achieve their political goals.

R e s u l t s . The research confirmed that religion has a significant impact on other components of the security system, particularly national, humanitarian, and political security. It was found that religious ideas can be used as a tool for political manipulation, influencing the socio-political situation in a country, especially in conflict conditions. Religious organizations can significantly shape public opinion, mobilizing support for specific political and social movements. Moreover, religious security has proven to be an integral part of national and political security, highlighting the need for its consideration in the development of state management strategies and crisis response plans. Thus, the interaction of religion with other security system components determines the dynamics of stability at both global and national levels, necessitating a comprehensive approach to security management.

C o n c l u s i o n . Religious security is an essential element of an integrated security system, closely interacting with national, humanitarian, and political security. Religious motives can contribute to social harmony or provoke conflicts, especially in conditions of political instability or military confrontations. The study found that religion is often used to manipulate public opinion and mobilize violence, posing a threat to the stability of national and international security systems. Given these factors, religious security should be considered within an integrated approach to ensuring overall stability, which includes preventive strategies to counter potential threats.