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When the state is considered as a unitary actor in international relations, leaders’ ideas, their perceptions of the world and the motives which affect their decisions are neglected in foreign policy analysis. However, according to political psychology, leaders’ belief systems, psychological conditions and personalities have important effects on foreign policy decisions. This, in turn, requires leaders’ perceptions be taken into account while analyzing Israel’s foreign policy. Troubles of the past, especially during diaspora life and genocide memories still affect leaders. That’s why it is important to examine the effects of these sufferings on leaders and Israel’s foreign policy, especially towards Arab states.
Field : Sosyal, Beşeri ve İdari Bilimler
Journal Type : Ulusal
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