4 ms·Yes. Before Israel, when America had no enemies in the mideast. Thanks for confirming.by vFunct 1y agoYes. Before Israel, when America had no enemies in the mideast. Thanks for confirming.cloverich 1y agoOil rose to prominence during this same period; Israel is a major factor but is certainly not the only or even most important issue.fastball 1y agoWho did have enemies in the ME? It was (as stated) mostly a vassal state.