The Iraqi aggression against Kuwait

Description:

The war for the liberation of Kuwait following the Iraqi invasion in 1990 rekindled the international community's geopolitical interest in the Gulf and helped define a new regional order. This book analyzes the political, strategic, and economic dimensions of the second Gulf War, with particular focus on military aspects. An international roster of experts treats issues of strategy, weapons technology, arms transfers, and the impact on the Arab state system. Of special interest is the exploration of the implications of the war for Japan, Germany, Russia, and Europe.

subjects: Politics and government,  Persian Gulf War, 1991,  Iraq-kuwait crisis, 1990-1991,  Asia, history,  Gulf War,  Guerre du golfe Persique, 1991

Places: Persian Gulf Region