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The Suez Crisis and Cold War in the Desert

The Cold War between the US and Soviet superpowers played out in myriad ways in the Middle East, and Egypt offers a great case study. Here, see how Nasser played both sides against each other, and then turn to other conflicts, including the Suez Crisis of 1956, the Lebanon Crisis of 1958, and the 1973 Arab-Israeli War.

English
  • Runtime 28 minutes
  • Content Rating United States of America TV-PG
  • Production Company United States The Great Courses
  • Created January 13, 2025 by
    LifeofAF
  • Modified January 13, 2025 by
    LifeofAF