AMST 30432 - American Foreign Policy in Middle East

Institution:

University of Notre Dame

Subject:

American Studies

Description:

This course provides an in-depth analysis of the causes, conduct, and consequences of American foreign policy towards the Middle East since World War II. We will look at the origins of the American foreign policy, and explore the domestic and international factors that shape the policy making process towards this region, including the roles of several American policy institutions such as the Departments of State and Defense, the Central Intelligence Agency. We will specifically focus on the evolution of American policy towards a number of major countries in the region, including Israel, Iran, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Lebanon.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.nd.edu

Phone Number:

(574) 631-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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