What was the main reason for the British and French refusal to from an alliance with the Ottomans in 1914? A Its anti-war stance B Its military was totally disarmed C The Ottoman Empire was too weak D Its good relations with Russia

The main reason for the British and French refusal to form an alliance with the Ottomans in 1914 was D. Its good relations with Russia. During this time, Russia was a significant power in the region and had a long-standing alliance with the Ottomans. The British and French were wary of aligning with the Ottomans due to their close ties with Russia, which was also a major player in the region.