1893-1976
Eastern Europe
(372) documents
1908- 1985
Middle East
Northern Africa
1970
Report on the Egyptian government's secret reconciliation with the Muslim Brotherhood.
April 2, 1956
French influence could be useful for the Arab cause, especially against Jews, based on its record of aid and nonintervention.
September 1, 1957
America sends warships into Syrian territorial waters, and regional powers calibrate their postures.
1954
Economic rivalry between Britain and the US over Jordan intensifies through economic means and the press, with the outcome unknown.
July 25, 1956
Account of Lebanese perspectives toward the Turkish Alliance, controversy over a Saudi Ambassador, US intervention, and several other matters of urgency.
January 9, 1956
A plan emerges to exploit Lebanese uranium ore, and an American diplomat discusses prospects for the Lebanese government, a recent resolution forbidding army supplies, and other regional issues.
1956
King Saud's visit to Syria sparks conversations among Syrian politicians regarding American involvement and the Fertile Crescent Project.
April 1, 1955
Communists seize on al-Malki's assassination for political gain against Anglo-American policies.
February 1, 1951
Three Turkish missions will visit Syria in February to study Syrian history, culture, and social development. As well, Turkey has asked the U.S. to send troops to protect Syria and Lebanon.
1949
Britain supports Syrian opposition parties--Hizb al-Shaab and the Baath Party.