
Dig: Thawra Ep. 3 - The Post-Colonial Arab State System
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The Formation and Expansion of the Saudi State: A Historical Overview
This chapter explores the historical origins of the Saudi state, focusing on the 18th-century religious movement by Muhammad ibn Abd al-Wahhab. It discusses the expansion of the initial Saudi territory and emphasizes the group's identification as monotheists rather than mere followers.
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