Spheres of Intervention

Spheres of Intervention: Us Foreign Policy and the Collapse of Lebanon, 1967-1976, Volume 1, is a detailed history focusing on the diplomatic relations between the United States and Lebanon. This history text examines how Lebanon became a central point of interest for larger powers during a period of instability in the Middle East. Using declassified archives and non-English sources, the author analyzes the strategic initiatives the US employed to manage the Arab-Israeli conflict and maintain Lebanese stability.

The narrative explores the internal political radicalization and the rise of Palestinian militias that led to the 1975 civil war. It details the various methods of US involvement, including military aid and mediation efforts with Israel. Spheres of Intervention: Us Foreign Policy and the Collapse of Lebanon, 1967-1976, Volume 1, provides a critical perspective on the regional military stalemates that contributed to the sixteen-year conflict.