Israel

An introduction to the modern state of Israel that presents an overview of the nation's history, economy and politics. This book offers a consideration of the quest for peace between Israel and its Arab neighbours, and addresses the political and strategic relationship between Israel and the United States. It examines the significant changes that have occurred in Israel's domestic political arena and in its foreign and security policies since 1993. It also discusses the Netanyahu and Barak administrations, the signing of the Israel-PLO Declaration of Principles, the withdrawal of Israel from portions of the West Bank and the Gaza Strip, and the establishment of the Palestinian Authority. Prospects for peace with not only the Palestinians but with Syria and Lebanon as well are directly considered.