The Unmaking of Muslim Sovereignty: A Century of Strategic Containment
The systematic dismantling of Muslim political sovereignty represents one of the most consequential yet underexamined geopolitical strategies of the modern era. From the Ottoman Empire’s collapse in 1924 to today’s complex web of proxy conflicts and economic warfare, Western powers have employed a sophisticated arsenal of tools to prevent the emergence of independent Muslim regional powers. This investigation, drawing from declassified documents, academic analysis, and policy papers, reveals how Britain, France, and the United States have consistently prioritized strategic control over democratic principles, economic interests over local sovereignty, and client relationships over genuine independence. ...