The Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant
A) Has been recognized by the United Nations.
B) Has been recognized by several Middle East countries.
C) Declared itself a state in 2013.
D) Was abolished in the 1930s

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The Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL or ISIS) declared itself a state in 2013, controlling territory in Iraq and Syria. It has not been recognized by the United Nations or any country as a legitimate state. Option A and B are incorrect as the organization has not been recognized by any official entity. Option D is also incorrect, as there was no organization by this name in the 1930s.