What was a key aspect of U.S. foreign policy regarding the PLO in the 1980s?

A key aspect of U.S. foreign policy regarding the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) in the 1980s was the focus on preventing raids on Israel. During this decade, the U.S. aimed to stabilize the region and protect Israeli interests, which often meant taking steps to counteract militant activities that threatened Israel's security. This included diplomatic efforts to secure peace while simultaneously working to limit the power and actions of groups like the PLO that engaged in violence against Israel.

While there were discussions of peace treaties and growing recognition of the need for a resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, the U.S. did not fully engage with the PLO or establish formal diplomatic relations during most of the 1980s. Instead, the emphasis remained largely on security and preventing aggression rather than fostering Palestinian statehood or direct engagement with the PLO at a diplomatic level.