You have to look at the history of the Middle East in particular. It has been one of failure and frustration, of feudalism and tribalism. (Alexander Haig)

You have to look at the history of the Middle East in particular. It has been one of failure and frustration, of feudalism and tribalism.

Alexander Haig

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