Historical Events tagged with "arab nations"

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Crime & Law

Jonathan Pollard Arrested for Spying

November 21st, 1985 39 years ago

Jonathan Pollard, a United States Navy intelligence analyst, was arrested for espionage after being found guilty of providing Israel with classified information regarding Arab nations. His actions had significant implications for U.S.-Israel relations and heightened tensions regarding intelligence sharing. Pollard's espionage activities were carried out while he was stationed in Washington, D.C., raising concerns about security and betrayal within the U.S. intelligence community. The case brought to light the complexities of U.S. alliances and the risks associated with espionage.

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Politics & Government

Oman Becomes a Member of Arab League

September 29th, 1971 53 years ago

Oman was officially welcomed as the 11th member of the Arab League during a summit held in Cairo. The addition of Oman indicated the country's increasing engagement with Arab nations and its commitment to collaborative efforts in political, economic, and cultural initiatives within the region.

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