• From Muhammad to ISIS: Iraq’s Full Story

  • Oct 12 2024
  • Length: 11 mins
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From Muhammad to ISIS: Iraq’s Full Story

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  • The Wait But Why blog post "From Muhammad to ISIS: Iraq's Full Story" provides a comprehensive overview of Iraq's history, from the birth of Islam to the rise of ISIS in 2014. The author, Tim Urban, begins by exploring the origins of Islam and the Sunni-Shia split, then delves into the creation of modern Iraq by colonial powers after World War I. He discusses the challenges faced by the artificially created nation, including ethnic and religious tensions, and the role of dictators like Saddam Hussein in maintaining stability. Urban then examines the aftermath of the 2003 US invasion, the power shift from Sunni to Shia leadership, and the regional implications. The post culminates with an analysis of ISIS's emergence, tactics, and goals, highlighting the group's brutality, sophistication, and wealth. Throughout, Urban incorporates personal observations from his visit to Iraqi Kurdistan and interviews with Baghdad residents, providing a multifaceted perspective on the complex situation in Iraq.

    Read the full article here: https://waitbutwhy.com/2014/09/muhammad-isis-iraqs-full-story.html
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