The effects of the internet have proved to be a major catalyst for democratic reform in the Middle East. These changes have been mainly attributed to social media networks and the free fl ow of information through the internet. The purpose of this analysis is to uncover the degree and impact these movements have played in the Middle East through cyberdemocracy. The Arab Spring has shown how cyberdemocracy in action can make a major impact in changing regimes. Egypt and Iran serve as the primary case studies to understand these changes while formulating our analytical view for the future of these states. The analysis aims to uncover the underlying realities of the dynamics of events and trends that led to this monumental change in the course of history for the region.
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