First Gulf War - 3 Minute History

In the 1980s, Iraq faced economic challenges post-Iran war. Tensions with Kuwait over oil and debts led to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait in 1990. The UN imposed sanctions, and the US led a coalition to liberate Kuwait, launching Operation Desert Storm in 1991. The coalition's air and ground offensives forced Iraqi retreat, but Saddam Hussein remained in power despite internal rebellions and continued sanctions.

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