Weapons Proliferation and War in the Greater Middle East: Strategic Contest by R

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Brand New Publisher Description This important new book explores the strategic reasons behind the proliferation of nuclear, biological and chemical weapons as well as ballistic missile delivery systems in the Greater Middle East. It examines the uses and limitations of chemical weapons in regional combat, ballistic missile warfare and defenses, as well as Iran's drive for nuclear weapons and the likely regional reactions should Tehran acquire a nuclear weapons inventory. The book also discusses Chinese assistance to WMD and ballistic programs in the Greater Middle East. Finally, the manuscript recommends policy options for American diplomacy to counter the challenges posed by WMD proliferation. This essential study prepares the ground for the challenges facing the international community. Richard Russell is a professor at the National Defense University's Near East-South Asia Center fior Strategic Studies in Washington, DC. He also teaches at the Security Studies Program at Georgetown University. He previously served as a political-military analyst at the CIA. Back Cover This important new book explores the strategic reasons behind the proliferation of nuclear, biological and chemical weapons as well as ballistic missile delivery systems in the Greater Middle East. It examines the uses and limitations of chemical weapons in regional combat, ballistic missile warfare and defenses, as well as Iran's drive for nuclear weapons and the likely regional reactions should Tehran acquire a nuclear weapons inventory. This Table of Contents 1. Power Politics: The Master Key for Strategic Wisdom 2. The Strategic Landscape: Regional Struggles for Power 3. Gulf Lessons: Chemical Weapons Deterrence and War Fighting 4. Swords and Shields: Ballistic Missiles and Defenses 5. Iran in Iraq's Shadow: Tehran's Nuclear Weapons Bid 6. Fallout from Iran's Nuclear Weapons 7. Desert Realists: Saudi Strategy and Nuclear Weapons 8. China's Strategic Prongs: Saudi Arabia, Iran, and Pakistan 9. Why Nuclear Weapons Will Not Prevent Major War 10. Instruments for Statecraft: Intelligence, Diplomacy, and Force Selected Bibliography Index Long Description This important new book explores the strategic reasons behind the proliferation of nuclear, biological and chemical weapons as well as ballistic missile delivery systems in the Greater Middle East. It examines the uses and limitations of chemical weapons in regional combat, ballistic missile warfare and defenses, as well as Iran's drive for nuclear weapons and the likely regional reactions should Tehran acquire a nuclear weapons inventory. The book also discusses Chinese assistance to WMD and ballistic programs in the Greater Middle East. Finally, the book recommends policy options for American diplomacy to counter the challenges posed by WMD proliferation. This essential study prepares the ground for the challenges facing the international community. Details ISBN0415365864 Author Richard L. Russell Short Title WEAPONS PROLIFERATION & WAR IN Language English ISBN-10 0415365864 ISBN-13 9780415365864 Media Book Format Hardcover Year 2005 Subtitle Strategic Contest Country of Publication United Kingdom Illustrations Paper over boards Edition 1st Place of Publication London Birth 1961 Affiliation National Defense University, Washington DC DOI 10.1604/9780415365864 UK Release Date 2005-09-08 AU Release Date 2005-09-08 NZ Release Date 2005-09-08 Imprint Routledge Pages 224 Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd Series Contemporary Security Studies Publication Date 2005-09-08 Alternative 9780415407939 DEWEY 355.02170956 Audience Tertiary & Higher Education We've got thisAt The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it.With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:134417971;