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Because some Zionist groups (like the Lehi/Stern Gang and the Irgun) were considered terrorists prior to 1948 by both the British and the Americans. Additionally, many US officials thought that by supporting Israel that they would be "backing the wrong horse" so to speak. The Israelis seemed much weaker than the Arabs and the Arabs were much more likely to hold a grudge against those who supported Israel. (Supporters of Israel in the State Department argued that the US should support Western democracies wherever possible.) It was as a result of this division of opinion that the US State Department was neutral in regards to Israel from 1948-1967.
What else can I help you with?
Who does the UK support in Israel?
The UK supports the Israeli government, not individual people.
Does Israel elect officials?
yes stupied
What r facts about the western wall?
israel lost the war because of the support from the Arabs and they believed god was on their side and israel the terrorist government had lost
Who is the head of government in Israel?
The head of government in Israel is the Prime Minister of Israel, currently Benjamin Netanyahu.
Who is the head of government of Israel?
The head of government in Israel is the Prime Minister of Israel, currently Benjamin Netanyahu.
Why do Israel and Turkey report their poverty levels while Saudi Arabia does not report its poverty level?
Israelis and the Israeli government and Turks and the Turkish government are concerned about poverty in their countries and seek to ameliorate it. The Saudi government is wholly unconcerned about the poverty in the country.
Why did Sirhan Sirhan kill Robert Kennedy?
Because of his support for Israel.
When was Movement for Quality Government in Israel created?
Movement for Quality Government in Israel was created in 1990.
Where is Israel's government headquarters located?
The Knesset and national government offices are in Jerusalem, Israel's capital city.
Why did Truman support the creation of the country of Israel?
President Truman issued a de facto recognition of Israel within minutes of its declaration of independence. Following that, strategic, military and other ties between Israel and the U.S. government gradually began to be built. See also:More about Israel
What government do Israel and Turkey have?
Israel and Turkey are both parliamentary republics.
Why did OPEC increased oil prices in 1973?
To pressure the United States not to support Israel
