It has become common to observe that the Islamic World and the United States relations are generally bad these days. They seem to be dragged into an intense cycle of political and cultural conflicts, and the most prominent source of this rivalry is the deep unsettled nature of American relations with the Muslim Middle East. In matters related to the Persian Gulf geopolitics, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and the ‘war on terror’.
America has always wanted to maintain ‘control’ and ‘stability’ in the Middle East region, using the veil of the honest ‘broker’. However, the U.S policy preferences and its systematic and organized violence caused repression and the desire of change. The result is an atmosphere of doubt, distrust, and disrespect which further troubled the already displaced relationship between Americans and the Islamic World.
This work seeks to examine the U.S interests and presence in the Middle East region, offering an economic and political approach, which appears to be the most logic based on justified analysis, especially with a particular attention to issues such as the ‘divine mission’ (George W. Bush’s words) as a cover for exploitation and imperialism, the United States involvement in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict –supporting Israel in its inhuman actions and always finding absurd justifications for its hypocrisy- which can be seen as one of the major causes of the this conflict. Examining U.S inclined attitude towards Israel due to their shared interests. And the so-called ‘War on Terror’; waged on terrorist groups such as Taliban, Al-Qaeda and other organizations that were/are funded by the same part that waged war on them. Fighting terrorism was used as a curtain to conceal the real aim which is global dominance and control of valuable oil resources.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- PART ONE The United States as a "broker"
- 1-The Persian Gulf geopolitics.
- 2-The Israeli-Palestinian conflict and U.S involvement...
- PART TWO The War on Terror and Media Manipulation.…......
- 1-The War on Terror....
- 2-Media Manipulation.........
- Conclusion.....
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This work aims to analyze the complex relationship between the United States and the Muslim World, focusing on the sources of conflict and tension, particularly in the Middle East region. It examines the American role in shaping the Persian Gulf, its involvement in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and the implications of the "War on Terror" in shaping the relationship.
- The U.S. role as a "broker" in the Middle East and its impact on regional stability.
- The U.S. involvement in the Persian Gulf region, particularly in relation to energy resources.
- The influence of the U.S. in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and its implications for regional peace.
- The role of the "War on Terror" in shaping American-Muslim relations and the perceptions of both sides.
- The impact of media manipulation and its role in fostering misunderstanding and conflict.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Introduction: The introduction provides an overview of the complex relationship between the United States and the Islamic world, highlighting the historical and political factors contributing to their strained relationship. The text explores the U.S. presence in the Middle East, particularly in the Persian Gulf, and the implications of the "War on Terror" for both sides.
- 1-The Persian Gulf geopolitics: This chapter delves into the geopolitical significance of the Persian Gulf as a major energy resource and the U.S. presence in the region. It discusses the historical involvement of Western powers in the area, particularly the United States, and the tension surrounding resource control and regional stability.
- 2-The Israeli-Palestinian conflict and U.S involvement: This chapter examines the U.S. role in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, highlighting the deep-rooted complexities and the potential for regional instability. It sheds light on the perceived hypocrisy and bias of U.S. policies and their consequences for both parties.
- 1-The War on Terror: This chapter explores the implications of the U.S. "War on Terror" on the American-Muslim relationship. It analyzes the perceived motivations behind the war, the impact on the Muslim world, and the role of media in shaping public perception.
- 2-Media Manipulation: This chapter focuses on the role of media manipulation in fostering misunderstanding and conflict between the United States and the Islamic world. It examines how media narratives have contributed to the formation of negative stereotypes and fueled resentments.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
Key terms and concepts explored in this work include American foreign policy, Persian Gulf geopolitics, energy resources, Middle East instability, Israeli-Palestinian conflict, "War on Terror," media manipulation, Islamophobia, cultural conflict, and the U.S. role as a "broker."
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- Mohamed Achraf El Bouhssini (Author), 2015, Inside of The American-Muslim Conflict, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/339111
