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A structural analysis of the situation in the Middle East in 1956

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  • Frank Harary

    (Research Center for Group Dynamics, The University of Michigan)

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We attempt to display a systematic approach for the distinction between states of equilibrium and disequilibrium in the interrelationships between nations, using as corroborative material the rapid shifts in 1956 among the various nations, brought about by the Middle Eastern situation. The psychological theory behind this approach is that of structural balance, which is pertinent in the present context to balance of power, while the logical framework involves the mathematical theory of graphs. We do not assert that this theory in its present form is predictive, but we do feel that it offers a well-organized mode of thinking which, although simple, may be fruitful. We also comment on some aspects of the Hungarian situation in terms of structural balance. It must be borne in mind throughout this article that it was written in early 1957 and that therefore the interrelationships among nations described herein reflect that time period.

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  • Frank Harary, 1961. "A structural analysis of the situation in the Middle East in 1956," Journal of Conflict Resolution, Peace Science Society (International), vol. 5(2), pages 167-178, June.
    • Handle: RePEc:sae:jocore:v:5:y:1961:i:2:p:167-178
    DOI: 10.1177/002200276100500204
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    1. Xiaolong Zheng & Daniel Zeng & Fei-Yue Wang, 2015. "Social balance in signed networks," Information Systems Frontiers, Springer, vol. 17(5), pages 1077-1095, October.
    2. Chae-Han Kim, 2007. "Explaining Interstate Trust/Distrust in Triadic Relations," International Interactions, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 33(4), pages 423-439, November.
    3. Hiller, Timo, 2017. "Friends and enemies: a model of signed network formation," Theoretical Economics, Econometric Society, vol. 12(3), September.

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