The Arab Uprisings

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Beginning in December 2010, a wave of popular revolt swept through the Middle East, leading to unprecedented unrest as protestors demanded greater freedom, democracy, human rights, social justice, and regime change. This work explores the causes, significance, and likely consequences of these uprisings in an engaging question-and-answer format. Historian James Gelvin provides an overview of the events, addressing questions about the origins of the uprisings, the appropriateness of the term "Arab Spring," and the role of various societal groups. He examines the involvement of youth, labor, and religious organizations in Tunisia and Egypt, as well as the military's shift in allegiance. The analysis extends to Libya and Yemen, highlighting their weak state status and the differing international responses to their upheavals. Gelvin also compares unexpected outcomes in Algeria and Syria, and investigates the protest movements in the monarchies of Morocco, Jordan, and the Gulf. The final chapter delves into the uprisings' implications for the United States, Iran, al-Qaeda, and the Israel-Palestine conflict, drawing conclusions about the broader impact of these events. This exploration serves as an essential resource for understanding the dramatic changes in the Middle East.