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Ali provides an analysis of the recent conflict between Iraq and Kuwait, the historical roots underlying that conflict, and the ramifications of the crisis for Iraq, Kuwait, other nations of the Middle East, as well as the United Nations and international community--all from the perspective of an Iraqi citizen now living in the United States. Additionally, the study analyzes the place of the United States and the former Soviet Union in the conflict. The author's unique view adds insight into the crisis and represents an important contribution.This work will be of interest to political scientists, Middle East specialists, and students of current events.
OMAR ALI is an Iraqi citizen living and working in the United States./e He holds advanced degrees in political science from universities in Iraq and the U.S.
Preface Introduction Iran, Turkey, and the Crisis in the Arabian Gulf Oil and Other Economic Factors Iraqi-Kuwaiti Border Disputes Weapons of Mass Destruction in the Middle East Linkage with the Arab-Israeli Conflict The United Nations and the Crisis in the Arabian Gulf The Role of the United States in the Crisis in the Arabian Gulf The Policy of the Former Soviet Union in the Middle East The Iraqi Invasion and the Allies War and Their Impact on Iraq and Kuwait The Aftermath of the War Conclusion Bibliography Index