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Edgar O'Ballance

    July 17, 1918 – July 8, 2009

    Edgar O'Ballance was a British military journalist and researcher who specialized in international relations and defense problems. Throughout his career, he covered over twenty wars and insurgencies, writing extensively on defense and strategic issues. His vast knowledge and deep insight into complex military conflicts made him a respected commentator in the field. O'Ballance's works offer readers detailed analyses of global security and military strategy, drawing from his extensive field research and expertise.

    Civil War in Lebanon, 1975-92
    The Palestinian Intifada
    Wars in the Caucasus, 1990-1995
    • 1998

      The Palestinian Intifada

      • 252 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      The narrative explores the Palestinian Intifada, highlighting the mass civil disobedience characterized by 'stone against bullets' in the Occupied Territories. It details the challenges faced by Israeli security forces, including controversial tactics like detention without trial. The book also addresses the involvement of Hezbollah and the resurgence of terrorism, alongside international criticism from human rights organizations. It discusses America's role in initiating a peace process amidst Israeli settlement expansion, culminating in Arafat's presidency of the Palestine National Authority.

      The Palestinian Intifada
    • 1998

      Civil War in Lebanon, 1975-92

      • 234 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      The sixteen-year long civil war in Lebanon was caused by dissatisfaction over the distribution of political power. Dominated by competing war lords, this civil war was notable for massacres, treachery, atrocities, kidnapping, assassination, changing alliances of convenience, and invasions. číst celé

      Civil War in Lebanon, 1975-92
    • 1997

      Wars in the Caucasus, 1990-1995

      • 238 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      The book explores the tumultuous aftermath of Soviet Communism's collapse in the Caucasus, highlighting the rise of nationalism that led Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Georgia to independence, while Chechnya continues its struggle. It details the immediate war between Armenia and Azerbaijan over Nagorno-Karabakh, resulting in significant casualties and displacement. Additionally, it examines Georgia's civil war and the ongoing separatist conflict in Abkhazia, revealing the complexities and violence that have plagued the region during this period of upheaval.

      Wars in the Caucasus, 1990-1995