oil and warm water of persian gulf !
Very true.
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In order to protect itself against other country's with their help. It works both ways in an alliance.
Russia hesitated to form an alliance with Britain primarily due to differing geopolitical interests and historical rivalries. While both nations shared concerns about the rise of Germany, Russia was more focused on expanding its influence in Eastern Europe and the Balkans, which often clashed with British interests in maintaining a balance of power. Additionally, Russia's autocratic regime and Britain’s democratic values created a fundamental ideological divide, further complicating potential collaboration.
The three MAIN countries in the Allied powers of World War II were Britain, The U.S., and France (surrendered). the States joined after the bombing on Pearl Harbor. RUSSIA cause France technical didn't fight so. US Britain and Russia
In the 1800s, both BRITAIN and RUSSIA extended their spheres of influence into Iran. However, neither was able to exert complete control over the country.
they both wanted it because of its supply of oil and it made such a well power base to them
Caspian Sea.
Britain and Russia primarily disagreed over control of Persia, known today as Iran, in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Both powers sought to expand their influence in the region, leading to tensions over trade routes and access to oil resources. This rivalry was part of the broader Great Game, a geopolitical struggle for dominance in Central Asia and the Middle East. Their conflicting interests often resulted in diplomatic disputes and military confrontations.
Very true.
According to RT News as of 11/2013, Russia still supports Iran's nuclear program and is continuing to both broker a deal with their allies and provide support for the equipment they have already sold Iran. If I understand correctly, Russia sees cheap nuclear power as a good thing for Iran and doesn't believe that Iran has the intention to join the, "Nuclear Club".
In both WWI and WWII Russia allied with Great Britain, France, and the United States.
Because both countries posses land in both Asia and Europe. Such as how Russia borders China and Finland, and Turkey borders Greece and Iran(Persia). ----
The country that lost a long fight to maintain its independence when Britain and Russia divided it into spheres of influence is Persia, known today as Iran. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, both powers exerted significant control over Persian territories, leading to a loss of sovereignty and increased foreign intervention in Persian affairs. This division marked a significant decline in Persia's independence and autonomy.
If you mean in World War 2 then it was because Hitler tried to invade Russia and Britain at once by splitting his army in two, both nazi armies failed to defeat russia nor Britain.
they wanted buttsex.
No, Britain does not have control over Germany. Both countries - along with others - are members of the European Union.