The document discusses the history of the modern Middle East from World War 1 to present day. It covers how the Ottoman Empire collapsed after World War 1 and the region came under the control of Britain and France through the mandate system. This led to the establishment of new states but also tensions as the promises of independence were not fully realized. The creation of Israel in 1948 and conflicts over Palestinian rights has been an ongoing issue in the region. Other countries like Iran, Iraq, Afghanistan, and Turkey experienced regime changes and tensions between secular and religious forces over time.
23. So, what kinds of changes are occurring in Middle Eastern Countries? How do these experiences relate to some problems we see in the Middle East Today?
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