Is Religion a binding force? No, as per Middle East

Is Religion a binding force? No, as per Middle East



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Have you ever wondered why the Middle East is a region so often defined by tension and conflict? The headlines we see today are not isolated events; they are the latest chapters in a story that began over a century ago. This video unpacks the complex history that continues to shape the modern Middle East.

We'll take you on a journey back in time to witness:

The Fall of the Ottoman Empire: Explore how the collapse of a 600-year-old empire created a power vacuum and sowed the seeds of future discord.

The World Wars' Lasting Impact: Discover the secret deals and promises made by colonial powers that drew new lines in the sand and betrayed the hopes of many.

The Mandate System: Understand how European powers carved up the region for their own interests, creating artificial borders that ignored ethnic and sectarian realities.

The Roots of Sectarian Conflict: Delve into the historical and political dimensions of the Sunni-Shia divide and how it has been exploited by regional and international powers.

The Birth of a Nation, The Grief of Another: We will examine the origins of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, a core issue that reverberates across the entire region.

Join us as we connect the dots from the past to the present, providing crucial context for understanding the challenges that define the Middle East today.

Timestamps
00:00 - Bombing at King David Hotel
01:07 - Introduction: Why Middle East is a mess?
02:06 - What is Middle East?
03:06 - Ottoman and Safavid Dynasty
05:06 - Sectarian and Ethnic tensions in Middle East
06:21 - World War One
09:06 - Western Powers and Oil Imperialism
10:19 Israel and Palestine


Music and SFX from Epidemic Sound
https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/R...