The Palestine Liberation Organization: Terrorism and Prospects for Peace in the Holy Land
This meticulous and in-depth book chronicles the evolution of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO)—one of the most powerful and influential terrorist organizations in modern Middle Eastern politics and world affairs.

The Palestine Liberation Organization continues to exert considerable influence in Middle Eastern politics: ongoing hostilities between Palestinian militants and the state of Israel have affected the region significantly and continue to threaten prospects for a lasting peace. The PLO has expanded over time to encompass numerous factions that share the vision of liberating the Palestinian homeland, with aspirations for governing through self-determination. And with the PLO's financial assets estimated at $8–10 billion, it has the monetary clout to help determine the direction of affairs in the region.

This book provides a thorough and systematic analysis of the historical events which culminated in the creation of the Palestine Liberation Organization. It begins with an introduction to key people, places, and events in the history of the PLO that includes the organization's creation and ideological foundations, its support base, financial structure, and recruitment strategies. Later topics include the PLO's role in the politics and affairs of specific countries, including Jordan and Lebanon; recent trends in its existence; and its evolution into being a terrorist organization.

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The Palestine Liberation Organization: Terrorism and Prospects for Peace in the Holy Land
This meticulous and in-depth book chronicles the evolution of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO)—one of the most powerful and influential terrorist organizations in modern Middle Eastern politics and world affairs.

The Palestine Liberation Organization continues to exert considerable influence in Middle Eastern politics: ongoing hostilities between Palestinian militants and the state of Israel have affected the region significantly and continue to threaten prospects for a lasting peace. The PLO has expanded over time to encompass numerous factions that share the vision of liberating the Palestinian homeland, with aspirations for governing through self-determination. And with the PLO's financial assets estimated at $8–10 billion, it has the monetary clout to help determine the direction of affairs in the region.

This book provides a thorough and systematic analysis of the historical events which culminated in the creation of the Palestine Liberation Organization. It begins with an introduction to key people, places, and events in the history of the PLO that includes the organization's creation and ideological foundations, its support base, financial structure, and recruitment strategies. Later topics include the PLO's role in the politics and affairs of specific countries, including Jordan and Lebanon; recent trends in its existence; and its evolution into being a terrorist organization.

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The Palestine Liberation Organization: Terrorism and Prospects for Peace in the Holy Land

The Palestine Liberation Organization: Terrorism and Prospects for Peace in the Holy Land

by Daniel Baracskay Ph.D.
The Palestine Liberation Organization: Terrorism and Prospects for Peace in the Holy Land

The Palestine Liberation Organization: Terrorism and Prospects for Peace in the Holy Land

by Daniel Baracskay Ph.D.

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This meticulous and in-depth book chronicles the evolution of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO)—one of the most powerful and influential terrorist organizations in modern Middle Eastern politics and world affairs.

The Palestine Liberation Organization continues to exert considerable influence in Middle Eastern politics: ongoing hostilities between Palestinian militants and the state of Israel have affected the region significantly and continue to threaten prospects for a lasting peace. The PLO has expanded over time to encompass numerous factions that share the vision of liberating the Palestinian homeland, with aspirations for governing through self-determination. And with the PLO's financial assets estimated at $8–10 billion, it has the monetary clout to help determine the direction of affairs in the region.

This book provides a thorough and systematic analysis of the historical events which culminated in the creation of the Palestine Liberation Organization. It begins with an introduction to key people, places, and events in the history of the PLO that includes the organization's creation and ideological foundations, its support base, financial structure, and recruitment strategies. Later topics include the PLO's role in the politics and affairs of specific countries, including Jordan and Lebanon; recent trends in its existence; and its evolution into being a terrorist organization.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9780313381515
Publisher: Bloomsbury Academic
Publication date: 05/18/2011
Series: PSI Guides to Terrorists, Insurgents, and Armed Groups
Pages: 240
Product dimensions: 6.10(w) x 9.30(h) x 1.10(d)

About the Author

Daniel Baracskay, PhD, is associate professor of political science and public administration at Valdosta State University, Valdosta, GA.

Table of Contents

Preface ix

Acronyms xiii

1 An Introduction to the Palestine Liberation Organization 1

2 The Holy Land: From Ancient to Modern Times Leading up to the Creation of the Palestine Liberation Organization 14

3 The Creation of the Palestine Liberation Organization 36

4 The Palestine Liberation Organization's Pillars of Ideology and Core Belief System 68

5 The Evolution of the Palestine Liberation Organization: Expansion, Deterioration, and Exile 91

6 The Palestine Liberation Organization as a Terrorist Organization: Examining Specific Incidents 136

7 Conclusion: Life after Exile and Recent Trends 160

Appendix: Research Documents 191

Notes 193

Index 213

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