The main cause of the uprisings during the Arab Spring was widespread dissatisfaction with authoritarian regimes. Citizens across the Middle East and North Africa protested against corruption, economic hardship, and lack of freedoms, sparked by events like the 2010 self-immolation of Tunisian street vendor Mohamed Bouazizi. The movement sought to challenge long-standing leaders, leading to a wave of protests, civil unrest, and, in some cases, regime change. While some nations experienced successful transitions to more democratic governance, others faced prolonged conflict and instability, highlighting the complexities of the region's political landscape.