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I don't see any possibility of Britain and the U.S. allowing a sovereign independent Iraq; that's almost inconceivable.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote suggests skepticism about the likelihood of Iraq becoming a truly independent nation under the influence of Britain and the U.S.
Noam Chomsky expresses a belief that the political powers of Britain and the United States are unlikely to permit Iraq to operate as a fully sovereign nation. This assertion reflects his view on the challenges of imperial influence and the reality of geopolitical interests, indicating that true independence for Iraq is perceived as an unrealistic goal given the historical context of foreign intervention.
Themes
IndependenceIraqPoliticsSovereigntyForeign Influence
In practice
Example use cases
During a panel discussion on international relations, one might reference this quote to highlight the challenges faced by nations seeking autonomy.
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