Asked by Cristian Trevizo on Jul 31, 2024

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Opposition from which nation forced Britain to back down in the Suez Canal crisis in 1956,bringing an end to European domination of the Middle East?

A) Israel
B) China
C) France
D) the United States
E) West Germany

Suez Canal Crisis

A diplomatic and military confrontation in 1956 involving Egypt, Israel, France, and the United Kingdom, following Egypt's nationalization of the Suez Canal, previously controlled largely by British and French interests.

United States

A federal republic consisting of 50 states, a federal district, five major self-governing territories, and various possessions, known for its influence on global culture, economy, and politics.

Britain

A sovereign country located off the northwestern coast of mainland Europe comprising England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.

  • Analyze the tactics and results of significant Cold War conflicts, such as the Cuban Missile Crisis and the Suez Crisis.
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Yusuf AbdirahmanAug 03, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The United States, along with the Soviet Union, put pressure on Britain to back down in the Suez Canal crisis, signaling the end of European domination in the Middle East. Israel, France, and West Germany were actually involved in the crisis on the side of Britain, and China was not directly involved.