Discuss the significance of Golda Meir
joined the Jewish Independent Movement
Explain how Gamel Abdel Nasser sought to end Western domination of Egypt
nationalize the Suez Canal
What caused the Arab Spring in 2011?
frustration with corrupt and dictatorial governments + high unemployment
Explain why opponents of the Shah of Iran overthrew him in 1979
accused of violation Islamic Law
What natural resource has given the Middle East global importance?
oil
What is the primary goal of Islamists?
to bring a return to Islamic Law (Sharia)
Who became the democratically elected leader of the Philippines after decades of dictatorship?
Corazon Aquino