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Britain's interests in the Middle East during the late 19th and early 20th centuries included securing vital trade routes, particularly the Suez Canal, and accessing oil resources, which became increasingly important with the rise of industrialization. These interests often conflicted with the Ottoman Empire's control over the region, as Britain sought to expand its influence and support local nationalist movements to weaken Ottoman rule. The resulting tensions contributed to Britain's involvement in World War I and the eventual dismantling of the Ottoman Empire. Ultimately, Britain's ambitions in the Middle East set the stage for future geopolitical conflicts in the region.

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