The Gulf War

The Gulf War, also known as the Persian Gulf War, occurred in 1990-1991 after Iraq, led by President Saddam Hussein, invaded Kuwait, seeking to control its oil resources. The United Nations condemned the invasion and imposed sanctions on Iraq. In response, a coalition of countries, primarily the United States, launched Operation Desert Storm in January 1991, using a combination of aerial bombardments and ground troops to liberate Kuwait. The war ended in February 1991 with Iraq's defeat, but it raised ongoing tensions in the region, influencing future conflicts and U.S. foreign policy.