1893-1976
Eastern Europe
(372) documents
1908- 1985
Middle East
Northern Africa
April 21, 1956
Report on covert American attempts to eliminate British influence from Jordanian politics.
July 16, 1952
Document discussing Western attempts to [gather information] on joint defense in the Middle East, pacifist activities in Syria.
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.