“The general perception, in much of the Middle East, is that the United States is an unreliable friend and a harmless enemy. I think we want to give the exact opposite impression.”
Quote by Bernard Lewis
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Bernard Lewis
Bernard Lewis is a renowned Jewish American historian known for his research on the history of the Middle East. His work covers various periods from ancient to modern times, with a particular focus on the history and culture of the Islamic world. more
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