The Evolution of US-Syrian Relations: From Post-Independence Cooperation to Cold War Hostility and Modern-Day Confrontation (1946-2016)

Authors

  • Syeda Almas Zahra Visiting Lecturer, Department of Politics and IR, International Islamic University Islamabad
  • Munazza Khalid Lecturer, Department of Politics and IR, International Islamic University Islamabad

Abstract

The research aims to analyze the historical path and evolution of Syrian foreign policy and relations with United States. Syria gained independence from France in 1946 and pursued Pan-Arab policies and forming alliances with the Soviet Union and regional powers to counter Israel and Western influence. Relations between the US and Syria fluctuated over time due to Washington’s dual objectives of securing oil and protecting Israel. While the US appeared to support for peace and reforms but in reality, it tried to destabilize and regime change in Syria as part of a broader strategy for the Greater Middle East. The analysis highlights the ambiguities in U.S. policy and Syria’s tireless role in regional geopolitics.

Keywords: Syria, United States, Foreign Policy, Middle East, Pan-Arabism, Israel, Regime Change

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Published

2025-09-27

How to Cite

Syeda Almas Zahra, & Munazza Khalid. (2025). The Evolution of US-Syrian Relations: From Post-Independence Cooperation to Cold War Hostility and Modern-Day Confrontation (1946-2016). Sociology &Amp; Cultural Research Review, 4(01), 1207–1216. Retrieved from https://www.scrrjournal.com/index.php/14/article/view/403

Issue

Vol. 4 No. 01 (2025): Sociology & Cultural Research Review

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