Humiliation and Frustration Marked Nasser’s Late Years
In a candid portrait, Nasser rued Israeli air dominance over Cairo, endured a 1969 raid and kidnap, and faced heart trouble that pushed him toward a restrained, boardroom style. He sought to stay in power, use reform for Egypt, and secure a lasting legacy in a volatile Arab world.
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Miles Copeland
Associated Press London
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Nasser and U S aid shaped Arab loyalties and rivals
The piece recalls how U S aid fluctuated with Nasser’s moves, from $40 million to $100 million as he leaned toward the Soviets. It notes Chamoun's quip about anti American posture and argues U S support shifted with Arab geopolitics, revealing a pattern of rewards and withdrawals.
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