POLS 221 The Arab-Israeli Conflict

This course examines numerous dimensions of the Arab-Israeli and Israeli-Iranian conflicts. It examines the emergence of the Zionist movement and the friction produced by Zionist settlement in Palestine under the British mandate and Israeli's creation. It analyzes the interests and objectives of all major parties in the conflict, ranging from its impact on Israelis and Palestinians to the concerns of other regional and global actors. Special attention is given to US policy making on the conflict, and efforts by the US and the international community to resolve the conflict.

Credits

4

Course Type

SH