The Soviet Union and Syria

by Efraim Karsh

Book Overview

This Chatham House Paper examines the nature of Soviet relations with Syria, assessing the commitments made and the gains reaped by Moscow and Damascus in the economic, military and political spheres. After discussing Soviet interests in the region in general and with regard to Syria in particular, the author traces the evolution of the relationship between Moscow and its major Middle Eastern ally since Asad came to power in 1970.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1138998125
• ISBN13: 9781138998124
• Release Date: January 2016
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 134 Pages
• Weight: 0.47 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.1" x 9.2"