Turkish-Israeli Regional Cooperation During 1990s
Abstract
This study, based on previous studies and research conducted by Arab, Turkish, Israeli and western analysts, discusses Turkish - Israeli regional cooperation during the 1990s. It concludes that there have been some political, and military factors urging both Turkey and Israel to play a major role regionally. The conclusions take into account international events such as the Gulf war 1990-1991, the collapse of the Soviet Union that resulted in the cessation of the cold war between the east and west, and the Arab - Israeli negotiations that began in Madrid in 1991. Both Israel and Turkey, supported by the United States, were seeking to maintain security and stability in the Middle East and Central Asia. This included fighting terrorism, confronting Islamic fundamentalism and preventing the accessibility to advanced military technology. In addition, both countries introduced military, economic and security proposals that would suit their own interests in order to become the region's primary influential states. Both nations have accomplished tangible success in this regard in spite of the emergence of the neighboring competing states and their own internal problems.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 07, 2003
- Accession Number
- ADA414162
Entities
People
- Mohammad I. Alsarhan
Organizations
- United States Army War College