The Secret Agreements of the Middle East

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What were the Allied Powers secretly discussing during World War I?

They were discussing how to divide up the Middle East into 'spheres of influence'.

Which countries were involved in the secret discussions?

Great Britain, France, and Russia were involved in the secret discussions.

What was the name of the secret treaty?

The name of the secret treaty was the Sykes-Picot Agreement.

Who were the lead negotiators of the Sykes-Picot Agreement?

<p>The lead negotiators of the Sykes-Picot Agreement were Sir Mark Sykes of England and François Georges-Picot of France.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the Sykes-Picot Agreement?

<p>The purpose of the Sykes-Picot Agreement was to divide up the spoils of the Middle East between the Allied Powers after World War I.</p> Signup and view all the answers