Access to natural resources plays a fundamental role in maintaining peace and preventing conflicts at local, national, and international levels. Natural resources such as water, land, forests, minerals, oil, and energy sources are essential for human survival, economic development, and social well-being. When these resources are distributed fairly, managed sustainably, and made accessible to different groups, they contribute to stability and cooperation. Conversely, unequal access, scarcity, and competition over valuable resources often create tensions that can escalate into violent conflicts. One of the primary reasons why access to natural resources is important for conflict prevention is that it satisfies basic human needs. Communities require clean water, fertile land, forests, and fisheries for food production, livelihood, and health. If people are denied access to these necessities due to political discrimination, environmental degradation, or monopolization by