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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

Failure

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Alexander Haig is saying that the Middle East’s past is marked by repeated setbacks and disappointments. He points out that traditional power structures like feudal systems and tribal loyalties have played a big role in these difficulties.

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