Iraqi Ba'ath Party

The Iraqi Ba'ath Party was a political organization founded in the 1940s that promoted Arab nationalist, socialist, and anti-colonial ideas. It aimed to unify Arab countries and reduce Western influence, emphasizing strong government control, economic development, and military strength. Under Saddam Hussein’s leadership from the late 20th century until 2003, the party governed Iraq as an authoritarian regime, characterized by repression of dissent, human rights abuses, and conflict with neighboring countries. The party’s ideology and rule had profound effects on Iraq’s political stability and regional relations.