Russia and the Arabs: Behind the Scenes in the Middle East from the Cold War to the Present

Madeleine K. Albright, U.S. Secretary of State, 1997-2001
“Russia and the Arabs is a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at high stakes diplomacy in the Middle East. Primakov is an excellent story-teller who, over the course of three decades, engaged personally with every major leader in the region. Primakov’s compelling account will be greeted with pleasure by some and heartburn by others, but no serious student of the era can disregard his point of view.”

General Brent Scowcroft, former United States National Security Advisor and author of America and the World
“A fascinating and provocative analysis of developments in the Middle East as seen through the eyes of a very close observer, first as a Soviet journalist and later as a high Soviet official. One does not have to agree with every aspect of Yevgeny Primakov's reflections to find great value in his interpretation of this critical period in the evolution of the Middle East. A rewarding read.”

Dimitri K. Simes, President of The Nixon Center
“Russia and the Arabs reads like a spy thriller, yet it is a profound study of Russia's involvement in the Middle East based on unique first-hand experience and serious analysis. No serious student of the region will be able to ignore it. This is essential reading.”

Middle East International Magazine
“[Yevgeny Primakov’s] book is replete with startling revelations and original insights.”

Political Affairs
“Yevgeny Primakov has performed a useful service in recounting these drama-filled episodes.”

Yevgeny Primakov was previously the head of the Russian Foreign Intelligence Service, Foreign Minister, and Prime Minister of Russia. His previous books published in the United States include 'Russian Crossroads' and 'A World Challenged'. He lives in Moscow.