Proliferation of weapons of mass destruction in the Middle East
Subtitle: directions and policy options in the new century
By: James A. Russell.
Contributors: Russell, James A. 1958-
Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan; Springer
Published: 2006
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 254
Subjects: Weapons of mass destruction -- Middle East.; Nuclear nonproliferation -- Middle East.; Arms control -- Middle East.; Middle East -- Military policy.
Description: "The proliferation of weapons of mass destruction (WMD) is a major concern and the Middle East is at the forefront of U.S.-led efforts to counter and control their spread. This vital book examines specific countries and the interplay among political, economic, cultural and regional factors driving decisions whether to acquire WMD. The result is enhanced understanding of the challenge proliferation poses to U.S. strategy and policy and to the wider international community" -- book jacket.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.
Essays originally presented at a conference held at the Naval Postgraduate School in June 2004.