1893-1976
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Middle East
1908- 1985
Syria
1947
Account of the Muslim Brotherhood's division in Syria and tension with communists and the Syrian government.
September 1, 1957
America sends warships into Syrian territorial waters, and regional powers calibrate their postures.
June 9, 1954
Update on the status of the Syrian Army, including jeopardization by government feuds, possible Army intervention, and a report from Aleppo's Chief of Police.
1957
The Syrian government and leftist leaders disapprove of the Lebanese government, Lebanese opposition leaders prepare a campaign against the government, and other Arab countries configure their policies toward Syria.
Syria and Iraq reach an agreement, and elections loom in one week related to the establishment of a new Party. Chehab lists the objectives behind this Party.
1956
King Saud's visit to Syria sparks conversations among Syrian politicians regarding American involvement and the Fertile Crescent Project.
November 26, 1956
The Baath Party gains strength in Iraq, Jordan, and Lebanon in its objective to fight colonialism, preserve the current Syrian regime, oppose the Baghdad Pact, and achieve other goals.
April 1, 1955
Communists seize on al-Malki's assassination for political gain against Anglo-American policies.
December 22, 1952
The Syrian Army faces a dangerous situation, including a rising movement to stage a military-political coup.
August 21, 1948
Account of recent findings, including Syrian opposition activities, the discovery of Jehovah's Witnesses, and an attempted rebellion in Jordan.