The dream of a peaceful ‘new world order’ after the Cold War quickly turned into an era of terror, war, and uprisings.

In Season 09, Episode 12 of CSS Breakdown: Book by Book, we explore Chapter 12 of Norman Lowe's “Mastering Modern World History (Fifth Edition)”, covering:

🔥 The optimism of the post-Cold War world

🔥 The rise of global terrorism and 9/11

🔥 George W. Bush’s War on Terror in Afghanistan & Iraq

🔥 Weapons of mass destruction and the struggle of nation-building

🔥 Criticism of U.S. foreign policy and accusations of state terrorism

🔥 The Arab Spring uprisings from Tunisia to Syria

🔥 How the early 21st century reshaped the Middle East and global politics

If you’re preparing for CSS exams or love modern world history, this episode breaks down the complex forces shaping our current world.

📚 Book Reference: Norman Lowe – Mastering Modern World History (5th Edition)

🎓 Best For: CSS, UPSC, A-Level, IB, and history enthusiasts

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War on Terror explained

Arab Spring uprisings

9/11 and global terrorism

Norman Lowe modern history

Afghanistan and Iraq war history

Middle East conflicts explained

US foreign policy 21st century

Modern history for CSS

CSS exam preparation history

Arab Spring causes and effects