Reassessing Alliances and U.S. Presence in the Middle East

This chapter explores the intricate relationship between U.S. foreign policy and its alliances in the Middle East post-World War II, stressing the importance of cooperation for global security. It also addresses the diminishing reliance on Middle Eastern oil by the U.S., while highlighting the ongoing dependence of other nations, urging a reevaluation of America's role in international alliances.