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Russian and US influence over Israeli-Iranian rivalry in the Middle East: How to deal with nuclear Iran?
Jedinák, Marek ; Voráček, Emil (advisor) ; Dubský, Zbyněk (referee)
Main aim of this master's thesis is to answer the following research question: How to deal with nuclear Iran? Author explores this vast topic through lens of a neorealist paradigm in order to analyze the impact of Russia's and US influence over Israeli-Iranian rivalry in the Middle East. Discourse analysis has been chosen as a methodological blueprint to examine strategic dimension of Israeli-Iranian relations with a special emphasis on its nuclear dimension. In addition, a comparison of both possible military and peaceful solutions of Iranian nuclear program is stressed. Main empirical data used are infamous Israeli air-strikes on nuclear reactors of its neighbors; Osirak and Al-Kibar. Deterrence theory, especially its conventional realm, provides a basis for an assessment of strategic balance between State of Israel an Islamic Republic of Iran, in case Iran emerges as a nuclear power.
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Postoje Ariela Šarona k arabsko-izraelskému konfliktu
Brákora, Marek
This bachelor thesis deals with the importance of the personality of Ariel Sharon in the military and in the government of the State of Israel before, during and after its origin in 1948 and with the effects of his activity at the military and governmental posts on (de)escalation of the Middle East, Arab-Israeli conflict. At first, the thesis surveys the historical development of the conflict between the Arabic and Jewish population and characterizes the course of the four Arab-Israeli wars. In the next part the text concentrates on the roles of Ariel Sharon in the lead of the Jewish state during the consolidation of the position in the international relations of the region of Middle East and on the most important and most controversial events, which happened during his activitiy. The last part of the text discusses the consequences of these events and their impact on the efforts for solving the long conflict.
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Russian-Israeli Relations
Rubanová, Kateřina ; Havlová, Radka (advisor) ; Novotná, Yvona (referee)
This thesis is a description of current relations between the State of Israel and the Russian Federation, the roots of which can be found in the 18th century. Then the Russian Empire became home of the the largest Jewish population in the world. The text first describes the coexistence of this population with local Russian citizens, its development, and state attempts to form laws containing the rules of Jewish existence in the Russian Empire. It further mentions reasons leading to the decision of many Russian Jews to leave the Empire for Palestine, found a country and declare the establishment of the State of Israel. The second half of this thesis contains information concerning major Arab-Israeli wars which influenced the development of relations between Israel and Russia/the Soviet Union. It describes the Soviet role in resolving the Arab-Israeli conflict and foundations of Soviet-Palestinian relations. The last part of this thesis contains the development of relations between post-soviet Russia and Israel, their economic cooperation, an introduction to the Russian parties in the Israeli parliament, and internal aspects and entities which are able to influence actions of the other country.
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Iran in the Context of Contemporary International Relations
Effenberková, Erika ; Novotná, Yvona (advisor) ; Volenec, Otakar (referee)
The diploma thesis analyses the role of Iran in contemporary relations. It discuss its position by means of its historic background, its religious beliefs, its economic situation, the monetary aspects and its inner politic situation. The main attention is focused on its relations with the United States of America, particularly on economic ties, petrodollar policy and on the Iranian nuclear program threat. It also pays attention to the context of oil importance in the Middle East and to the Israeli foreign policy.
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Modern French policy towards Mashreq countries
Tichá, Veronika ; Nechvátal, Martin (advisor)
Předmětem diplomové práce ?Moderní francouzská politika ve vztazích k zemím Mašrequ? je analýza prostředků francouzské zahraniční a vnitřní politiky v aplikaci na tzv. arabskou politiku. Nejprve jsou zde nastíněny institucionální možnosti francouzské politiky v letech 1995-2005, v druhé části jsou analyzovány postoje Francie ke konkrétním problémům v oblasti jako jsou izraelsko-palestinský konflikt, otázka Libanonu a druhá válka v Iráku.
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Palestinsko-izraelský konflikt: vliv židovských náboženských stran na mírový proces
Ráž, Pavel ; Volenec, Otakar (advisor)
Práce se zabývá vývojem palestinsko-izraelského konfliktu a především mírovým procesem od počátku 90. let. Na znalosti historických souvislostí staví rozbor struktury izraelské společnosti, především zdůrazňuje její výraznou etnickou a náboženskou diverzitu. Ve své stěžějní části je práce zaměřena na hlavní náboženské politické strany. Rozebírá jejich postoje k dlouhodobému konfliktu mezi Palestinci a Izraelci a jejich postoje a vliv na mírový proces směřující k vyrovnání mezi oběma národy.
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Turkey as a regional power
Sellner, Filip ; Dubský, Zbyněk (advisor) ; Knotková, Vladimíra (referee)
Foreign policy of Turkey has undergone many changes in the past ten years, during the reign of the political party called Party of justice and development. Original orientation to European Union while neglecting relations with the countries of the Near East has changed. Nowadays, Turkey is an ambitious state which wants to play an important role not only in its immediate surroundings. Foreign minister, Ahmet Davutoglu aims his foreign policy to keep contact with partners from the NATO but he also tries to stay independent in decisions in order to expand into other markets. Trade policy and cultural exchange are the key means of the development of Turkey with a goal of becoming regional power. At present it is not possible to fulfil zero problems policy with neighbours with regard to the situation in Syria or disagreements in settlement of Iranian nuclear program. We can observe progress in relation with Russia and China up to the level of strategic partnership. Considering wide range of Turkish foreign policy, the goal of this work was to evaluate whether Turkey, in relation to other states, is a regional power these days. The means of evaluation were creating characteristics of a regional power and analysis of current Turkish foreign policy.
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The Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the possibilities of its solution
Ptáčník, Martin ; Lisa, Aleš (advisor) ; Prorok, Vladimír (referee)
This bachelor thesis deals with the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Its main aim is to outline the possibilities of its solution. The first chapter gives an overview on the area of conflict and conflict resolution. In the second chapter, the policy and interests of the key actors in this conflict - Israel and Palestine - are investigated. The third chapter is devoted to the other actors - stakeholders - of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict: to the United States of America, Russia, the European Union and the United Nations.
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The UN's role in the peace process in the Middle East
Páleníková, Hedvika ; Havlová, Radka (advisor) ; Novotná, Yvona (referee)
After the Second World War a new actor appeared on the international scene,replacing not too successful League of Nations, the United Nations. The Question of Palestine has been on the agenda of the United Nations since the Organization's earliest days. The international community was forced to settle the situation in the Middle East. This issue is not a part of the history, on the contrary, it is still a question of immediate interest. The UN role is not limited to adopting resolutions, the scope of activities is broader, although it has not fulfilled all the original expectations. Peace in the Middle East is currently conditioned by resolving the fundamental issues. The thesis deals with four of them: the Palestinian refugee, the status of Jerusalem, the issue of securing water resources and the Jewish settlements. The UN resolutions reflect its reactions to the most important events in the Middle East conflict. However,the role of the UN in the peace process is minor than in the past, in some areas it has been yet irreplaceable, it serves as a significant platform for mutual dialog between conflict parties.
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