>>I agree with the comment about the haves and have-nots problem. I dislike imposing my thoughts upon another person. Perhaps they are happy being in the state they are in? Democracy is the form of government we live by.
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>The borders to that entire region were constructs of the British, French, and Turkish governments. Left to their own devices I think we would see a radically different set of borders.

Absolutely! Historically, redefining national borders such as was done in Europe after World War I, and Africa, has led to problems.