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Why was the Balkans known as “the powder keg of Europe”?
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Why was the Balkans known as “the powder keg of Europe”?

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The Balkans were known as "the powder keg of Europe" because they were ready to "explode" at any moment, with tensions from multiple countries in the region.
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