For three years following Israel's victory in the Six-Day War, Egypt, with a massive infusion of weaponry from the Soviet Union, continued to do battle with Israel in what became known as the War of Attrition. The history of these years holds the key to understanding the Arab-Israeli conflict today. In this book, David Korn offers a detailed insider's account of the first--and, until recently, …
Many questions are examined in this book, such as what precisely does the concept of autonomy and self-government encompass?; how did the idea originate?; what kind of rights and responsibilities does it imply?; what are the chances for its success?; is it a good idea?
An annual record for 1989 on the political developments in the Middle East, outlining the events and trends in the region. This volume is designed to be a continuing, up-to-date reference for scholars, researchers and analysts, policymakers, students and journalists.
Statistics, maps and world press articles provide the reader with current information on India and South Asia
Of all the countries in the world that are vital to the strategic and economic interests of the United States, Saudi Arabia is the least understood by the American people. Saudi Arabia's unique place in Islam makes it indispensable to a constructive relationship between the non-Muslim West and the Muslim world. For all its wealth, the country faces daunting challenges that it lacks the tools to…