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The movement of civilizations has characterized the Levant. Most places are stagnant with similar people. The Levant always has cultures moving‚ from the Egyptian conquests‚ the Christianity’s dawn‚ the Crusades to the Modern Era. People who would not move caused the Yom Kippur War of 1973. After the 1967’s Six-Day War‚ the Israeli parliament voted to return relinquished territories to Egypt‚ however‚ they took no action. Also‚ Egypt and the Arab alliance remained firm in their convictions: no negotiation with Israel.Ayrton Avery explains. Israeli soldiers during the Battle of Ismailia‚ part of the 1973 Yom Kippur War. War’s CourseIsrael could have made concessions to Egypt after the bloody Six-Day War. This angered the U.S.‚ though‚ and Israel refused the peace treaty that Egypt offered. Egypt’s president‚ Anwar El-Sadat‚ began purchasing weapons from the U.S.S.R and also organizing military exercises. By Yom Kippur (which coincided with Ramadan)‚ war had begun. Though such conflicts were common‚ this war was unusual because Israel started the previous wars to maintain military superiority in the Levant. Now‚ Egypt fired the first shots‚ taking direct revenge. At the war’s beginning‚ Egypt and Syria entered the disputed territories‚ sparking an Israeli counteroffensive. Soon Israel pushed into Syria and Egypt‚ encircling Cairo in a few days after a bloody march. Then Jordan entered the war‚ and the Soviet Union considered involvement. After three weeks of fighting‚ there was a standoff between the Soviet and U.S. navies‚ escalating fears of a nuclear war and worsening global geopolitical tensions between two major powers. It was perhaps this that led the U.S. and the Soviet Union to broker a ceasefire. The EffectAt the beginning of the war‚ the Israeli forces faced a series of surprising defeats‚ shocking their forces from their lethargy. After several failed counterattacks‚ affairs became in favor of the Israeli army. But the trauma of their defeats remained‚ and also the sheer luck that allowed the forces to defeat Egypt. Israel only invaded Egypt because of last minute American support (operation Nickel Grass)‚ which was itself pulled up only because it could use a Portuguese airbase. The Arab coalition had become so powerful it could start an energy crisis in the West‚ and the Soviet Union probably gave Egypt nuclear weapons. Never had the Middle East been a major economic and social rival in modern times. The Middle East snapped free from both the influence of the Ottoman empire and also from dependence on Europe for its political ideals. This newfound independence‚ unknown since ancient times‚ pressured the Israelis to accept the terms of peace.It is not clear why Sadat took part in the peace talks. He immediately got snubbed by the rest of the Arab countries for it. Of course‚ the war had been bloody on Egypt’s side‚ however; it seems more likely Sadat was perhaps a radical‚ and he also had Western sympathies‚ as he also seemed to dislike his country’s relation with the Soviet Union. Perhaps because of these same reasons‚ he ignored Palestine. He was trying to lead the Middle East on a path towards peace with Israel. But his former allies defected‚ preferring to support the Palestinian alliance‚ even though Palestinians had hardly fought in this war‚ unlike the previous confrontations with Israeli. However‚ the rest of the Levant was‚ like always‚ shifting. No longer allied to Palestine for ideological and military reasons‚ now they supported them for political attachments to Syria and Jordan‚ as well as possibly an anti-American sentiment. Indeed‚ the oppression of Palestinians in the Middle East and the entire world increased after the war‚ and this was because a new foreign policy‚ tailored to powerful and wealthy nations‚ had arrived in the region. LegacyThe Yom Kippur War also successfully divided up the Middle East‚ largely into Western and Soviet camps. It was this disjunction that was a major cause for the Iranian Revolution‚ among other future conflicts. By trying to set peace‚ Sadat in fact‚ by siding with the West‚ setting the stage for more wars. It also divided the Middle East based on minor ideological differences‚ rather than united against Israel. If Sadat assumed this would end the conflict‚ he was wrong. Instead‚ it began an endless cycle of civil war and foreign intervention‚ and besides‚ the Palestine issue remained.However‚ the actual result of the Yom Kippur War was that it forced the West to exert greater‚ forceful influence on the Middle East‚ whose peoples consequently retaliated. It is curious to note perhaps it was Egypt falling from Soviet control that started the Soviet-Afghan war‚ as it forced the U.S.S.R to find some new way to control the region. And it was this which eventually led to the creation of the Taliban. It is interesting how scholars have considered Palestine’s role in the Yom Kippur War as psychological. In fact‚ this war shifted Palestine from the hero of the Middle East to a stage for other conflicts. They forced Palestinians‚ subsequently‚ to go to more lengths to attract attention from their own former allies‚ in particular with the Second Intifada (2000-2005) and the subsequent uprisings.Change is both a blessing and a curse for the geopolitics of this region. The only thing that is stagnant is the peace process‚ chaperoned by the West. Also‚ that division in the Arab world that the Yom Kippur War ushered in still exists today. Now the Middle East comprises ideological partners‚ some real allies‚ and some enemies for Palestine. This arrangement‚ meant to quell tensions‚ in fact has excited all the countries’ thirst for revenge and power. It is a drama of nations willing to die for their allies and emboldened by flimsy promises. There is a faint hypocrisy as well. It allows countries to provide support for Palestine and yet refuses to accept its refugees. Clearly‚ the region is still too tense to handle this much movement. However‚ movement (of refugees‚ armies‚ and cultures) is its nature‚ and it will continue‚ war‚ or no war. Did you find the piece interesting? If so‚ join us for free by clicking here.  ReferencesBartal‚ Shaul. "Yom Kippur War Influence at the PLO Recognition and the Palestinian Problem." History 5.4 (2015): 255-267.Begum‚ Imrana. "The Arab Uprising: Russian Disquiet on Western Involvement." journal of European studies (2013).Farr‚ Warner D. The third temple's holy of holies: Israel's nuclear weapons. No. 2. USAF Counterproliferation Center‚ Air University‚ 1999. (p. 9)Hamzawy‚ Amr‚ and Dina Bishara. "Islamist movements in the Arab World and the 2006 Lebanon War." (2006).Kumaraswamy‚ P. R. "Revisiting the Yom Kippur War: Introduction." Israel Affairs 6.1 (1999): 1-10.Robbins‚ Elizabeth. “Egypt‚ Jordan‚ and Other Arab Governments Reject Gazan Refugees.” FDD‚ Foundation for Defense of Democracies‚ 17 Oct. 2023‚ https://www.fdd.org/analysis/2023/10/17/egypt-jordan-and-other-arab-governments-reject-gazan-refugees/.Singh‚ K. R. "Anwar El Sadat: Man with a Mission." (1977): 281-283.

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Chex Mix Muddy Buddies are a fun take on both muddy buddies and Chex mix. Chocolate‚ peanut butter‚ powdered sugar and crunchy goodness! A sweet‚ tasty treat! A SWEET‚ CRUNCHY SNACK MIX If you’re looking for a delicious snack that you can whip up quickly‚ then Chex Mix Muddy Buddies are the perfect solution! This sweet and slightly salty treat is made with a variety of Chex cereals‚ pretzels‚ nuts‚ peanut butter‚ chocolate chips‚ peanut butter chips‚ and powdered sugar. It’s an easy and crowd-pleasing treat that everyone will be munching on! FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: What if I can’t find chocolate Chex mix? If you can’t find chocolate Chex‚ just use more rice or corn Chex. Or‚ use whatever variety of Chex cereal you like‚ just make sure you use 9 cups. Can I use a different combo of Chex Mix? Absolutely! Customize this treat all you want. As long as you have 9 cups of any kind of Chex Mix this recipe should work just fine. Can I trade out ingredients? You bet. This is the perfect treat to customize to your tastes. Only like pecans? Just add pecans‚ want white chocolate chips instead of peanut butter chips? No problem!  How do you suggest I store these to give as a gift? These muddy buddies are perfect for gift giving! Add this to a mason jar or other kind of covered container that you can personalize with some ribbon or string. Attach a little tag and you have a delicious homemade gift! If you’d like‚ you could even attach the recipe in case they want to make it for themselves. Can you freeze this? Yes! I actually keep this stored in the freezer and eat it straight from the freezer. It is AMAZING frozen! How to store Chex Mix Muddy Buddies? Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week‚ in the fridge for up to 2 weeks‚ and freezer up to 3 months. INGREDIENTS NEEDED: (SEE RECIPE CARD BELOW FOR THE FULL RECIPE) corn‚ rice and chocolate Chex cereals – you can use any combination of the Chex cereals that you enjoy. If you only like the rice Chex that just use that. mini pretzels – these muddy buddies are inspired by Chex mix so I’m using pretzels since those are in a traditional Chex mix. If you don’t like or don’t want pretzels‚ just leave them out. This recipe is easily customizable. mixed nuts – honey roasted nuts would also be good! If you just want peanuts or cashews‚ then you can substitute those. peanut butter chips – these won’t be melted‚ they will just be added to the final product. semi sweet chocolate chips – you could even use dark chocolate. I would not recommend milk chocolate only because these are already pretty sweet and the semi-sweet chips help balance it out. creamy peanut butter – use nutella in place of peanut butter for an even more chocolatey treat. salted butter – it needs to be real butter and not margarine for these to set up properly. HOW TO MAKE CHEX MIX MUDDY BUDDIES Add the corn Chex‚ rice Chex‚ chocolate Chex‚ pretzels and mixed nuts into a large bowl. Stir gently then set aside. In a medium-sized‚ microwave-safe bowl‚ create the coating by combining chocolate chips‚ peanut butter and salted butter. Microwave the mixture in 15-30 second intervals‚ stirring between each until it becomes a smooth melted consistency. Finally add the vanilla and stir. Pour the chocolate coating on top of the Chex ingredients in the large bowl and gently stir to combine making sure it is all coated. Working in batches and using a zip-top bag‚ take about 2 cups of the Chex mix mixture. Add about â…“ cup of powdered sugar‚ seal the bag‚ and toss thoroughly to ensure everything is coated. If needed‚ add more powdered sugar until it reaches your desired level of coating.  Transfer the coated mixture to a large bowl and repeat until all of the Chex Mix is coated. The amount of powdered sugar you use will depend on how heavily coated you prefer your Muddy Buddies. Finally‚ making sure the mixture isn’t still warm‚ toss the peanut butter chips and chocolate chips in with the Chex Mix.  Serve immediately or store in an airtight container until ready to serve. CRAVING MORE RECIPES? Valentine’s Day Muddy BuddiesSweet Holiday Chex MixChex Mix Marshmallow TreatsThe Best Party Chex MixCrock Pot Buffalo Ranch Chex Mix Print Chex Mix Muddy Buddies Chex Mix Muddy Buddies are a fun take on both muddy buddies and Chex mix. Chocolate‚ peanut butter‚ powdered sugar and crunchy goodness! A sweet‚ tasty treat! Course DessertCuisine AmericanKeyword Chex Mix Muddy Buddies Prep Time 10 minutes minutesCook Time 1 minute minuteTotal Time 11 minutes minutes Servings 24 servings Calories 410kcal Author Brandie @ The Country Cook Ingredients3 cups corn Chex3 cups rice Chex3 cups chocolate Chex1 ½ cup mini pretzels1 cup mixed nuts3-4 cups powdered sugar½ cup peanut butter chips½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chipsFor the coating:1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips¾ cup creamy peanut butter½ cup salted butter1 teaspoon vanilla extract InstructionsAdd the corn Chex‚ rice Chex‚ chocolate Chex‚ pretzels and mix nuts into a large bowl. Stir gently then set aside. In a medium-sized‚ microwave-safe bowl‚ create the coating by combining chocolate chips‚ peanut butter and salted butter. Microwave the mixture in 15-30 second intervals‚ stirring between each until it becomes a smooth melted consistency. Finally add the vanilla and stir. Pour the chocolate coating on top of the Chex ingredients in the large bowl and gently stir to combine making sure it is all coated. This will take a few minutes. Working in batches and using a zip-top bag‚ take about 2 cups of the Chex mix mixture. Add about â…“ cup of powdered sugar‚ seal the bag‚ and toss thoroughly to ensure everything is coated. If needed‚ add more powdered sugar until it reaches your desired level of coating. Transfer the coated mixture to a large bowl and repeat until all of the Chex Mix is coated. The amount of powdered sugar you use will depend on how heavily coated you prefer your Muddy Buddies. Finally‚ making sure the mixture isn’t still warm‚ toss the peanut butter chips and chocolate chips in with the Chex Mix. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container until ready to serve. Notes Please refer to my FAQ’s (Frequently Asked Questions) and ingredient list above for other substitutions or for the answers to the most common questions. NutritionCalories: 410kcal | Carbohydrates: 61g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 355mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 629IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 108mg | Iron: 13mg

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