In this episode (part of an ongoing series on colonialism in the Arab world,) we explore the Sykes-Picot Agreement, a secret deal that shaped the modern Middle East. We dissect the origins, intricacies, and repercussions of this pivotal agreement, shedding light on its lasting implications for the region's political landscape. Special thanks: Voice of Italy played by Melissa Sarno. References: Tucker, Spencer C. Sykes-Picot Agreement; United Kingdom, Middle East Policy; World War I,...
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In this episode (part of an ongoing series on colonialism in the Arab world,) we explore the Sykes-Picot Agreement, a secret deal that shaped the modern Middle East. We dissect the origins, intricacies, and repercussions of this pivotal agreement, shedding light on its lasting implications for the region's political landscape. Special thanks: Voice of Italy played by Melissa Sarno. References: Tucker, Spencer C. Sykes-Picot Agreement; United Kingdom, Middle East Policy; World War I,...
Hussein-McMahon Correspondence (Colonialism in the Arab World)
Qalam & Culture
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1 year ago
Hussein-McMahon Correspondence (Colonialism in the Arab World)
In this episode (part of an ongoing series on colonialism in the Arab world,) we explore the pivotal Hussein-McMahon Correspondence. This series of letters exchanged during World War I between Sharif Hussein of Mecca and Sir Henry McMahon, the British High Commissioner in Egypt, played a crucial role in shaping the modern Middle East. We explore the context of the correspondence, set against the backdrop of the disintegrating Ottoman Empire and the rising aspirations of Arab nationalism. Ref...
Qalam & Culture
In this episode (part of an ongoing series on colonialism in the Arab world,) we explore the Sykes-Picot Agreement, a secret deal that shaped the modern Middle East. We dissect the origins, intricacies, and repercussions of this pivotal agreement, shedding light on its lasting implications for the region's political landscape. Special thanks: Voice of Italy played by Melissa Sarno. References: Tucker, Spencer C. Sykes-Picot Agreement; United Kingdom, Middle East Policy; World War I,...
