Britain and the Middle East in the 9/11 Era

This authoritative book examines British policy in the Middle East, focusing on how Britain s response to 9/11 particularly the decision to join the US invasion of Iraq has affected its role and relations in the region. * Establishes what was new about the New Labour approach and policies towards the Middle East and what changed as a result of 9/11 and the war on terror * Analyses in detail how the Blair government handled the Iraq crisis, invasion and fallout, including developments in relations with Iran * Documents Britain s niche role in the Middle East peace process. * Argues that arms sales, trade and finance bind Britain to the Arab Gulf states * Traces Britain s involvement in US regional security arrangements