Routledge Stalemate: The War Of Attrition - Routledge History Book

Understand the roots of the modern Arab-Israeli conflict through this detailed historical account. Following the Six-Day War, Egypt utilized massive Soviet weaponry to engage Israel in the War of Attrition. This period of intense conflict shaped the geopolitical landscape of the Middle East for decades to come. In Stalemate, David A. Korn provides a deep look into the first cooperative effort between the United States and the Soviet Union to establish peace in the region. The book explains the origins of the "land for peace" formula, a concept that remains central to diplomatic discussions today. Readers will find a fascinating narrative regarding the political struggles and great power diplomacy that defined these three years between 1967 and 1970. This work is an essential resource for students, historians, and anyone interested in the complex history of Middle Eastern relations and international diplomacy.