This report by the U.S. Air Force's federally funded research and development center outlines the threats to U.S. interests in the Middle East and presents recommendations for addressing such threats. Chapters look at broad trends of political and economic reform; discuss civil-military relations in Arab countries; discuss the parameters and risks of regime change in Saudi Arabia, Syria, and Egypt; examine energy politics and weapons of mass destruction; and explore the impact of information technologies on Middle East politics. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)