Saddam's invasion of Kuwait, August 1992 Flashcards

1
Q

Why did Saddam invade Kuwait?

A

Discontent at home and a military crisis on his hands

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2
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What happened in August 1990?

A

300,000 Iraqi troops crossed into Kuwait
Overran country
in 3 days

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3
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What did the UN security council decide to do to Iraq?

A

Complete trade sanction on them

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4
Q

What caused widespread condemnation of Iraqi behaviour?

A

Took many hiatuses including Westerners

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5
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What did many fear across the world?

A

Iraq might seize Saudi Arabia’s airfields

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6
Q

What did the king of Saudi Arabia do?

A

Requested USA send military forces
Defend his country
US were quick to oblige

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7
Q

What was the UN deadline?

A

Withdraw from Kuwait by 15 January 1991 or face militry force

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8
Q

What did USA to assemble against Iraq?

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Formed a coalition of 34 countries, which mounted to 600,000 troops

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9
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Name countries against Iraq?

A

USA
UK
Egypt
Pakistan

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