The Carter Administration and the Eastern Mediterranean in the Cold War (1977 – 1981)

This article analyses the strategic priorities of the Carter administration in the Eastern Mediterranean during the Cold War, with a focus on strengthening ties with Greece and Turkey. It sheds light on how this approach affected regional dynamics and the complex relationships between the region’s key players. Through an examination of US and British archival sources, the article evaluates the influence of American foreign policy under Carter’s leadership, as well as the specific actions taken to promote US interests in the Eastern Mediterranean. It also explores the contributions of key figures within the Carter administration’s foreign policy team in shaping policies for the Eastern Mediterranean.