This book critically examines the intricate interplay between British imperial interests, the aspirations of various Arab factions for independence and political power, and the strategic utilization of these dynamics by Britain. Specifically, it posits that the convergence of Zionist objectives with British geopolitical aims in the region indirectly facilitated the ascent of Ibn Saud by strategically marginalizing Arab leaders who opposed the Zionist project. This analysis underscores how the external manipulation of regional power dynamics, driven by the pursuit of imperial advantage and the accommodation of Zionist ambitions, significantly shaped the trajectory of Arab state formation and leadership in the post-Ottoman era

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