Until recently, when considering the position of the Arab countries
in relation to Russia, it was necessary to take into account their ties with the
United States. Today the situation has changed. At the same time, the "Arab street"
is predictably supporting Russia. The formation of a more independent view of the
ruling elites on what is happening in Ukraine has become a new factor in Middle
East politics. A comparative analysis of the policies of Lebanon, Syria, and Jordan
makes it possible to understand the factors that influenced the development of the
positions of these countries regarding the SMO.
Keywords
Special Military Operation (SMO); Lebanon; Syria; Jordan; USA; sanctions; Arabic press.
