Historical Borders and Modern Conflicts
Examining how colonial legacies and the drawing of artificial borders have contributed to contemporary conflicts.
Key Questions
- Analyze how the Sykes-Picot Agreement influenced the political geography of the modern Middle East.
- Explain how ethnic and religious divisions were exacerbated by colonial border drawing.
- Critique the long-term impact of external interventions on regional stability.
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