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Title: The Principality of Bir Tawil: A Forgotten Border

  The first guide dedicated to the Principality of Bir Tawil has been presented to the international press, shedding light on a forgotten nation.Egypt, 26th Nov 2024 - The Intergovernmental Organization, Unrepresented United Nations (UUN) has taken a significant step by presenting the first official guide to the Principality of Bir Tawil, a unique territory that challenges traditional notions of sovereignty. This guide, titled Principality of Bir Tawil: History of a Forgotten Territory and written by H.S.H. Giovanni Caporaso Gottlieb, provides an in-depth and well-documented exploration of the historical, legal, and cultural complexities of this enigmatic enclave situated between Egypt and Sudan.Bir Tawil is a unique region in the world, located in the Nubian Desert between Egypt and Sudan. Spanning approximately 2,060 square kilometers, it stands out as one of the few areas on the planet classified as terra nullius, meaning it is not formally claimed by any sovereign state. This singular status stems from colonial decisions made by Britain in the late 19th and early 20th centuries when it administered both territories.The Principality of Bir Tawil has captured global imagination for being a terra nullius—a territory with no recognized sovereignty. This peculiar status is a direct result of British colonial decisions during that era. In 1899, Britain established a clear border along the 22nd parallel, dividing Egypt and Sudan.However, a subsequent modification in 1902, based on practical administration and the land-use patterns of local tribes, left Bir Tawil in legal limbo. While Egypt and Sudan contest the fertile Hala'ib Triangle region, Bir Tawil remains a forgotten space.This guide goes beyond being a simple historical account. It prov...

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