HISTORY
HISTORY OF THE MIDDLE EAST
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[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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the American government allowing the deposed Shah of Iran to come to the US for cancer treatment
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Carter’s involvement in arranging the Camp David accords between the Egyptians and the Israelis
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American air strikes against Iran’s ally, Libya
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American attempts to overthrow the newly emplaced government of Ayatollah Khomeini
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Detailed explanation-1: -However, on October 22, 1979, the United States permitted the Shah, who had lymphoma, to enter New York Hospital-Cornell Medical Center for medical treatment. The State Department had discouraged this decision, understanding the political delicacy.
Detailed explanation-2: -On November 4, 1979, Iranian students seized the embassy and detained more than 50 Americans, ranging from the Chargé d’Affaires to the most junior members of the staff, as hostages. The Iranians held the American diplomats hostage for 444 days.
Detailed explanation-3: -The hostages were separated into small groups that were not allowed to communicate. They were cut off from outside news and contact with the American government, while letters to and from their families were delivered late or not at all. They were blindfolded when taken outside their rooms to take showers or exercise.
Detailed explanation-4: -Which of the following was a result of the Iran hostage crisis? The hostages were never returned, even after Carter left office. Carter won his reelection campaign in 1980.