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Can Syria Survive?

These Times

CHAPTER

The Historical Legacy of the Sykes-Picot Agreement and Its Impact on the Middle East

This chapter explores the Sykes-Picot Agreement and its far-reaching effects on the Arab states formed after the Ottoman Empire's fall. It emphasizes the historical context, the role of British and French mandates, and the significant geopolitical implications for countries like Syria, Iraq, Lebanon, and Jordan.

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