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US Foreign Policy and the Middle East

US Foreign Policy and the Middle East. The Struggle for Peace Carrie McDonough Senior Capstone Political Science. History of Involvement. Palestine War of 1948 Sinai Campaign and Suez Crisis of 1956 Six Day War of 1967 October War of 1973 Lebanese Tragedy Camp David Accords

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US Foreign Policy and the Middle East

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  1. US Foreign Policy and the Middle East The Struggle for Peace Carrie McDonough Senior Capstone Political Science

  2. History of Involvement • Palestine War of 1948 • Sinai Campaign and Suez Crisis of 1956 • Six Day War of 1967 • October War of 1973 • Lebanese Tragedy • Camp David Accords • Palestinian Uprising

  3. Historical Interests • Containment of USSR • Access to Oil • Israel’s Security • Regional Stability

  4. Future Interests • Access to oil at stable prices • Primary energy source • Economic security for US • Global economic stability

  5. Future Interests • Promote respect for human rights and accountable, participatory government • Support accountable governments with respect to the will of the people • Support human rights advances • Support for the rule of law

  6. Future Interests • Regional Stability • Support for friendly states • Reduce transnational threats • Working for regional peace and cross-cultural understanding • Regional economic development

  7. Future Interests • Security of Israel • Recognition of domestic interest in Israel

  8. US National Objectives in the Peace Process • Multilateral Approach • Suspension of Violence • Establishment of Palestinian State • Economic Integration

  9. Multilateral Approach • No tolerance of terrorism • Multilateral enforcement • Multilateral Task Force • Economic Aid • Sanctions

  10. US Resources In Peace Process • Diplomatic Relationships • Economic Incentives • Sanctions • Military

  11. Achieving Goals • Proceed cautiously • Look for open opportunities • Regain credibility • Neutral approach • Economic and trade incentives • Education

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