Tag Archives: middle-east

Iran, Intervention, and the Long Shadow of 1953: Why the West Must Learn to Stand With, Not Over

Posted on January 15, 2026 by kenbaker

History/Politics A Level Debate Iran is once again in turmoil. Millions of ordinary people—students, workers, women, clerics, shopkeepers—are demanding freedom, dignity, and a voice in their own future. The regime’s response has been brutally predictable: repression, killings, censorship, and internet … Continue reading →

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A Level Discussion: Middle East

Posted on September 19, 2025 by kenbaker

Context & Background Key Themes for Discussion Possible Positions Discussion Questions Suggested Case Study / Comparative Examples Potential Conclusion Points

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A Level Crusades: Question Types and Themes

Posted on August 26, 2025 by kenbaker

A Level examinations on the Crusades are not simply about recalling facts but about demonstrating analysis, evaluation, and argument-building. Candidates are expected to weigh evidence, compare factors, and engage critically with interpretations in order to arrive at balanced judgments. 1. Types … Continue reading →

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A Level Crusades: The Outcome of the Third Crusade

Posted on August 21, 2025 by kenbaker

Which of the following was more important in determining the outcome of the Third Crusade? (i) The failure of Frederick Barbarossa’s expedition (ii) The disagreements between Richard I and Philip Augustus Weighing them together Conclusion While Frederick Barbarossa’s death undermined … Continue reading →

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A Level Crusades: Saladin Jihadi?

Posted on August 18, 2025 by kenbaker

‘In the years 1171 to 1193, Saladin was primarily motivated by jihad.’ Assess the validity of this view. The years 1171–1193 saw the rise and consolidation of Ṣalāḥ al-Dīn Yūsuf ibn Ayyūb, known in the West as Saladin, from the … Continue reading →

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Conflict in the Middle East, 1948-1991

Posted on July 18, 2025 by kenbaker

Key Figures in Middle East Conflict, 1948-1991 Major Themes in Middle East Conflict, 1948-1991

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A Level Middle East: Critiquing the Abraham Accords

Posted on July 12, 2025 by kenbaker

“Peace by Bypass”: Reflecting on Telhami’s Analysis of the Abraham Accords and where we are now (2025) When the Abraham Accords were signed in 2020, normalising relations between Israel and several Arab states—including the UAE, Bahrain, Sudan, and Morocco—many heralded … Continue reading →

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A Level Middle East: The Abraham Accords

Posted on July 12, 2025 by kenbaker

A Geopolitical Reconfiguration of the Middle East 1. Introduction The Abraham Accords, signed in August–September 2020, represent a significant realignment in Middle Eastern geopolitics. Brokered by the United States under the Trump administration, the agreements normalized diplomatic relations between Israel and several Arab states—beginning … Continue reading →

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A Level Middle East: Oslo Accords

Posted on July 4, 2025 by kenbaker

An Analysis of the Oslo Accords in the Context of Israel–Palestine Relations The Oslo Accords, signed in 1993 and 1995 respectively (Oslo I and Oslo II), were a significant milestone in the history of Israel–Palestine relations. They marked the first … Continue reading →

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Iran/USA: Joyless Alliances and Selective Memory

Posted on June 30, 2025 by kenbaker

A Historical Critique of Trump’s War on Iran In the theatre of geopolitics, few acts are more haunting than those in which the past is dismembered to serve the delusions of the present. Donald Trump’s belligerent stance toward Iran—beginning with … Continue reading →

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