A True Test of Faith in the Common Defense: U.S. Policies Toward Turkey
Abstract
At a time when the world is asking whether the religions can get along there is no clearer example of the possibilities the future holds than the relationship that currently exists between the United States and Turkey. Though this paper is not a religious exposition it will examine United States security policies toward Turkey stepping through the National Security Strategy National Military Strategy the European Command regional assessment and the nuances U.S. policy plays at the heart of the relationship between these nations. The United States has long maintained several core (though competing) interests in the Middle East including the stability of world oil markets and uninterrupted flow of petroleum from the region the manifest importance of Israeli security and support for moderate Arab regimes. Given several speeches public remarks testimony before Congress and contributions to the media by this administration this paper will further examine the security issues in the Middle East and the genesis of current U.S. policy toward Turkey. Examples of why current US policies are not truly effective will also be examined with recommendations offered as to short and long-term solutions.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 15, 2006
- Accession Number
- ADA448730
Entities
People
- Kim R. Brooks
Organizations
- United States Army War College