Middle East

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Iran

Due to its nuclear ambitions, Iran is heading toward a showdown with the nations of the West, particularly the United States. The bitterness and resentment between these nations can be traced to events that occurred decades ago.

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Palestinian Democracy

Can Palestinian democracy truly bring peace between Palestinians and Israelis in a region that has been torn apart by hatred, prejudice and murder for centuries?

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A “New Arab World”?

Free elections in Iraq—a “pink revolution” in Iran—Syria poised to withdraw from Lebanon—reforms in Egypt and Saudi Arabia—is a “new Arab world” suddenly on the horizon? Where will this power shift in the Middle East lead?

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Black Gold – How the Mid-East Holds the West Hostage

Modern society is dependent on oil. Without it, industry would come to a halt. How vulnerable is the Western World? What could an oil shortage mean for the economy?

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Roadblocks in the Roadmap to Peace

Will the latest Middle East peace plan succeed? Or will it prove to be like all other manmade solutions—noble intentions that ultimately fail?

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Modern Iraq

What is the origin of the Iraqi people? How did Iraq become the nation it is today? Can the “coalition of the willing” bring peace and stability to this tumultuous land and people?

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Ancient Roots of the Iraqi War

On September 11, 2001, America, the sleeping giant, was awakened to address her terrorist adversaries. The resulting war on terrorism is but the latest bout in a controversy dating back to the time of the biblical patriarchs.

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Palestine and the Palestinians

Where did the Palestinians come from? Are they descendants of the biblical Canaanites? Why are they constantly at war with the Israelis? Is “Palestine” the original and proper name of the Holy Land? Here are the answers to these and other vital questions.