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France and the Middle East are linked through historical colonial influence established by the Sykes-Picot Agreement [1] and their ongoing status as dominant geopolitical players in the region [2]. Additionally, their relationship is reinforced by the economic ties between French multinational corporations and the Middle Eastern oil and gas sector [3].
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The crises in the Middle East: reshaping the region's geopolitical ... link.springer.com 2 facts
accountThe Sykes-Picot Agreement of 1916 divided the Middle East into spheres of influence between Britain and France, which reshaped the political landscape and fueled nationalist movements and anti-colonial sentiments, according to Saeed (2017).
claimThe United States, the United Kingdom, and France have historically been dominant players in the Middle East.
Iran War: Kinetic, Cyber, Electronic and Psychological Warfare ... resecurity.com 1 fact
claimLarge multinational corporations in France with stakes in the oil and gas business in the Middle East have been affected by the Iran war.