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Evaluates the role of Kurdish political organizations in the Iraq-Iran conflict since Sept. 1980. Also traces the shifts in the Kurdish struggle in Iraq, Turkey, and Iran from 1961 to 1979.

Traces the vicissitudes of the Kurdish struggle in Iraq, Turkey and Iran since the outbreak of the revolt in 1961, and assesses the policies and perspectives of the nationalist leaderships. Enters a powerful appeal for respect of Kurdish national rights by the majority nations of the region. (Abstract amended)

"Christians and the Middle East Conflict deals with the relationship of Christians and Christian theology to the various conflicts in the Middle East, a topic that is often sensationalized but still insufficiently understood. Political developments over the last two decades, however, have prompted observers to rediscover and examine the central role religious motivations play in shaping public discourses. This book proceeds on the assumption that neither a focus on the eschatological nor a narrow understanding of the plight of Christians in the Middle East is sufficient. Instead, it is necessary to understand Christians in context and to explore the ways that Christian theology applies through the actions of Christians who have lived and continue to live through conflict in the region either as native inhabitants or interested foreign observers. This volume addresses issues of concern to Christians from a theological perspective, from the perspective of Christian responses to conflict throughout history, and in reflection on the contemporary realities of Christians in the Middle East. The essays in this volume combine contextual political and theological reflections written by both scholars and Christian activists and will be of interest to students and scholars of Politics, Religion and Middle East Studies. "--

"Christians and the Middle East Conflict deals with the relationship of Christians and Christian theology to the various conflicts in the Middle East, a topic that is often sensationalized but still insufficiently understood. Political developments over the last two decades, however, have prompted observers to rediscover and examine the central role religious motivations play in shaping public discourses. This book proceeds on the assumption that neither a focus on the eschatological nor a narrow understanding of the plight of Christians in the Middle East is sufficient. Instead, it is necessary to understand Christians in context and to explore the ways that Christian theology applies through the actions of Christians who have lived and continue to live through conflict in the region either as native inhabitants or interested foreign observers. This volume addresses issues of concern to Christians from a theological perspective, from the perspective of Christian responses to conflict throughout history, and in reflection on the contemporary realities of Christians in the Middle East. The essays in this volume combine contextual political and theological reflections written by both scholars and Christian activists and will be of interest to students and scholars of Politics, Religion and Middle East Studies."--

If the conflict in the Middle East is to be settled peacefully, it will be necessary to find a reasonable solution to the Palestinian situation. Sovereign control over Palestine was at the crux of the conflict from 1917-1948. From 1948, the dispute came to be seen as a conflict between Israel & the Arab states, a conflict that is compounded by the marginalization of Palestinian Arabs in Middle East diplomacy. It was not until 1993 that the Palestinian search for self-determination was recognized as an essential component of peace, & it was not until 2000, at Camp David II, that the creation of a Palestinian state was seriously considered. Though Camp David II proved unsuccessful, its attempts at reconciling Arabs & Israelis started the international community on the path toward a multilateral, global solution to the Middle East conflict. K. Larsen

The Republic of Turkey, which conducts its foreign policy on the basis of the "strategic depth" doctrine, has strengthened its position in the Middle East in recent years. One of the main roles it plays in the region is that of mediator in Middle Eastern interstate and intrastate conflicts. Turkey is able to do this because of its many assets, including its geographical and cultural proximity, personal contacts, good economic position and developed relations with the countries of the Middle East; in addition, it is accepted by the Arab world. Turkey employs a variety of mediation strategies, such as the communication-facilitation strategy, where its role is that of facilitator, easing communication between the parties it has good relations with, and trying to help them reach an understanding. However, its attempts are often ineffective due to constraints, such as the problem of neutrality and trust between Turkey and the areas in conflict; the limited capabilities of the Turkish state; the fact that its relations with the EU have deteriorated in recent years; and its own internal political problems. Under certain conditions, Turkey will be able to play the role of mediator in Middle Eastern conflicts in the future. Turkish efforts must be based on a rational policy and benefits-costs analysis in the long term. Moreover, Turkey should not be over-assertive -- a more selective approach to the conflicts in the Middle East is advisable. It must also think about the limits of its capabilities, assess them properly, and cooperate with the international community and other partners, especially those that have a greater impact in resolving conflicts in the region. Adapted from the source document.