Johnson Walks Tightrope Over Middle East Dilemma
President Johnson faces a domestic and international bind as war in Vietnam continues. He seeks a United Nations ceasefire between Israel and Arab states while avoiding a wider U S military commitment. Jewish voting power in key states heightens political risk as Congress balks at new action.
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Small Nations Face Protection Gaps Amid Middle East War
The administration failed to prevent Middle East war and may struggle to aid Israel. Israel could win alone, but Soviet aid to Arabs could rise, forcing new demands to back Israel. A quick ceasefire buys time, not a durable solution to the dilemma.
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