War in Lebanon Flashcards
1
Q
What were the background causes of the way in Lebannon?
A
- Marionettes were given more power by the French
- Palestinians moving there after Jordan, naturally in the crossfire between I and P
- Influx of P refugees after 48 and 67
2
Q
Why did the Israelis get involved?
A
1978, PLO suicide squad attacked a bus near Tel Aviv and killed 37 passengers. 3 days later Israel invaded and seized the south of the country
3
Q
How were the Syrians involved?
A
1976 they sent troops into Lennon
Saw it as an opportunity to gain control in Lebanon
4
Q
What were the aims of Israels incursions into Lebanon?
A
- strengthen the northern border
- Destroy the PLO
5
Q
How successful were the Israelis in their aims?
A
- not very, managed to kick the PLO out. However, they were just replaced by the Hezbollah
6
Q
What was the impact on the PLO?
A
Were kicked out and moved to Tunisia
