This widely respected annual reference volume was previously only available through the Jaffe Center for Strategic Studies in Tel Aviv. Providing an in-depth statistical study of military trends in the Middle East and a collection of essays analyzing the details and strategic significance of recent events in the region, it offers a wealth of current, and hard-to-find information to scholars, policymakers, and analysts. In this year's volume, the first section includes essays on the Nab-Israeli peace process, the emerging Palestinian political system, and the proceedings of the Arms Control and Regional Security Working Group. A breakdown of arms transfers to the Middle East, overall sales volume, habits of arms-selling states, and procurement patterns of major Middle East states is provided. Other subjects covered include the strategic implications of regional economic changes and Turkeys important role in this area. The second section provides a highly detailed statistical state-by-state breakdown of government personnel, economic structure, and military forces. Comparative tables are included so that this information can be usefully analyzed across states. A glossary of weapons systems, along with a list of acronyms is included.

This annual reference provides a statistical study of military trends in the Middle East and a collection of essays analyzing the details and strategic significance of events in the region. With this edition, The Middle East Military Balance moves to a calendar-year basis. The description and analysis in this volume cover the years 1984 and 1985, and the figures presented are correct as of late 1985. Part I surveys. the major strategic developments in the region during the period under review. Part II presents battle order. information on the armed forces in the region and assesses the capabilities of the major military establishments. Part III analyzes various sub-regional military balances. And Part IV provides updated reference materials - comparative tables, a ·glossary of weaponry, maps and abbreviations.

This annual reference provides a statistical study of military trends in the Middle East and a collection of essays analyzing the details and strategic significance of events in the region. The ninth annual review of the military forces and capacity of each state in the Middle East.