The Middle East: Roots of an Unsettled Region

The committee heard testimony in the first of a series of hearings on the prospects for peace in the post-war Middle East. Witnesses testifi… read more

The committee heard testimony in the first of a series of hearings on the prospects for peace in the post-war Middle East. Witnesses testified on historical and cultural aspects of Middle Eastern culture that would affect negotiations and long-term stability in the region. The hearing was held in a “round table” format, to promote open discussion of the issues rather than cross-examinations of the witnesses. Witnesses testified on the history of countries in the Middle East from colonial occupation to independence movements, oil sales, and U.S. policy concerning the Middle East. The hearing provided the educational background for devising policy rather than a debate on the policy itself. close

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Program ID:
17655-1
Category:
Senate Committee
Format:
Senate Committee
Location:
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
First Aired:
Apr 22, 1991 | 1:59pm EDT | C-SPAN 1
Last Aired:
Apr 27, 1991 | 11:15pm EDT | C-SPAN 2

Airing Details

  • Apr 22, 1991 | 1:59pm EDT | C-SPAN 1
  • Apr 22, 1991 | 8:05pm EDT | C-SPAN 1
  • Apr 23, 1991 | 12:25am EDT | C-SPAN 2
  • Apr 23, 1991 | 4:15am EDT | C-SPAN 1
  • Apr 27, 1991 | 11:15pm EDT | C-SPAN 2
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