The United States and Greek-Turkish Relations: The Guardian's Dilemma

The book explores the role of the United States in Greek–Turkish relations and how it responded to the guardians dilemma during the Cold War,pursuing a policy of dual restraint to prevent an intra-alliance conflict and maintain effective control of the Rimland Bridge.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 218 pages
Publication date: 25 September 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into the intricate dynamics of Greek-Turkish relations, offering a valuable contribution to alliance theory by addressing the critical issue of the guardians dilemma. The strategy of a great power extends beyond mere confrontation with external threats; it also encompasses the management of challenges that arise within alliances. Throughout the Cold War, Greece and Turkey, two strategic allies, repeatedly teetered on the brink of war, placing the United States in a challenging position. It was imperative for the United States to effectively restrain its allies without compromising its relations with either party. This book explores how the United States navigated the guardians dilemma in six critical crises during the Cold War. Through a policy of dual restraint, the United States aimed to prevent intra-alliance conflicts, mitigate the consequences of each crisis, and maintain robust control over the strategically important Rimland Bridge.

From a neoclassical-realist perspective, this book examines the United States' responses to each Greek-Turkish crisis, exploring the underlying motivations, outcomes, and implications. It holds significant appeal to scholars and researchers in the fields of foreign policy, security studies, geopolitics, and international relations, as it sheds light on the complex interplay of power, interests, and alliances in the global arena.

Weight: 453g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032123530