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What was the main objective of the Twin Pillars Policy?
What was the main objective of the Twin Pillars Policy?
- To counter Soviet influence in the region. (correct)
- To increase American military presence in the Gulf.
- To establish alliances with European powers.
- To promote democracy in the Gulf States.
Which of the following events initiated the oil embargo in 1973?
Which of the following events initiated the oil embargo in 1973?
- The economic crisis in the United States.
- The Iranian Revolution.
- The Yom Kippur War against Israel. (correct)
- Israeli occupation of Palestinian territories.
What was a consequence of the 1973 oil embargo on global economies?
What was a consequence of the 1973 oil embargo on global economies?
- Increased exports from the Gulf states.
- Strengthened communist presence in the region.
- Decreased production of oil in the Gulf.
- Higher oil prices revealing Western dependency. (correct)
Which Gulf state was the first to gain independence from British rule?
Which Gulf state was the first to gain independence from British rule?
How did the Gulf states primarily support the Palestinian cause?
How did the Gulf states primarily support the Palestinian cause?
Which countries were identified as the twin pillars in Nixon's foreign policy?
Which countries were identified as the twin pillars in Nixon's foreign policy?
What was the implication of the Gulf oil states' ability to use oil as a political weapon?
What was the implication of the Gulf oil states' ability to use oil as a political weapon?
What significant geopolitical challenge was posed by Iran's actions in the Gulf region during this period?
What significant geopolitical challenge was posed by Iran's actions in the Gulf region during this period?
What concept became central to international relations as a result of the 1973 oil embargo?
What concept became central to international relations as a result of the 1973 oil embargo?
What developmental transition occurred in the agreements made by Gulf states following British withdrawal?
What developmental transition occurred in the agreements made by Gulf states following British withdrawal?
What was a major consequence of the OPEC oil embargo in 1973?
What was a major consequence of the OPEC oil embargo in 1973?
How did the British withdrawal affect the political agreements in the Gulf region?
How did the British withdrawal affect the political agreements in the Gulf region?
What aspect of the Palestinian Cause influenced Gulf states' foreign policies?
What aspect of the Palestinian Cause influenced Gulf states' foreign policies?
What was the apparent goal of the US Twin Pillars Policy?
What was the apparent goal of the US Twin Pillars Policy?
What event in 1973 highlighted the vulnerability of Western economies to oil price changes?
What event in 1973 highlighted the vulnerability of Western economies to oil price changes?
Which of the following was a direct impact of the 1973 Oil Embargo on Gulf states?
Which of the following was a direct impact of the 1973 Oil Embargo on Gulf states?
How did the Yom Kippur War connect to the oil dynamics of the Gulf region?
How did the Yom Kippur War connect to the oil dynamics of the Gulf region?
What geopolitical concern was prevalent due to Iran's actions during this period?
What geopolitical concern was prevalent due to Iran's actions during this period?
What term became central in international relations following the 1973 oil embargo?
What term became central in international relations following the 1973 oil embargo?
What was the status of Gulf states' financial and political support for Palestine in the 1930s?
What was the status of Gulf states' financial and political support for Palestine in the 1930s?
Flashcards
British Withdrawal from the Gulf
British Withdrawal from the Gulf
The process where Britain relinquished control over various Gulf states, transitioning from exclusive agreements to friendship agreements. This occurred in the 1970s and led to independence movements like the formation of the UAE.
Twin Pillars Policy
Twin Pillars Policy
US strategy during Nixon's presidency to counter Soviet influence in the Middle East, primarily achieved by bolstering Iran and Saudi Arabia as regional power pillars.
1973 Yom Kippur War
1973 Yom Kippur War
War initiated by Arab states against Israel in 1973, leading to a consequential oil embargo by OPEC.
OPEC Oil Embargo
OPEC Oil Embargo
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Oil Shock
Oil Shock
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Palestinian Cause
Palestinian Cause
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Oil as a political weapon
Oil as a political weapon
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Gulf States' influence
Gulf States' influence
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US-Gulf relations
US-Gulf relations
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Energy Security
Energy Security
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British Gulf Withdrawal
British Gulf Withdrawal
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Twin Pillars Policy
Twin Pillars Policy
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1973 Oil Embargo
1973 Oil Embargo
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Oil Shock
Oil Shock
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Palestinian Cause
Palestinian Cause
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Oil as tool
Oil as tool
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Gulf Influence Rise
Gulf Influence Rise
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US-Gulf relations
US-Gulf relations
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Energy Security
Energy Security
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Yom Kippur War
Yom Kippur War
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