The American-Israeli Relationship Relevance in a Post-Cold War Environment
Abstract
The U.S. and Israel have always enjoyed a very "special" relationship. Together they share tremendous success: one as a regional power and the other as a global power. In addition, both share a strong sense of national identity and are stable, vibrant democracies. This relationship has been critical during the period of cold war politics from 1948-1989. However, since the breakup of the Soviet Union, this relationship has been the basis for much of the intensified hatred aimed at the U.S. as the world's sole super power. This paper will examine the nature of this "special" relationship prior to and following the end of the Cold War and how it fits within the overall Mideast focus. Is it relevant in a post-Cold War scenario? How does the relationship compare to the relationship we have with Egypt and Saudi Arabia? What are the cost/benefits of the relationship? What role should the U.S. play in resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict? I will examine the issue from the earliest stages of Zionism through the British Mandate and other geopolitical issues that have served to frame this conflict/relationship into the crisis that exists today. Within that context, a critical examination will be done to assess whether the current U.S.-Israeli relationship remains viable or whether we should refocus our efforts in a different direction.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 07, 2003
- Accession Number
- ADA420168
Entities
People
- Michael J. Hoff
Organizations
- United States Army War College