History Today: When the Gulf War Began with Iraq's Invasion of Kuwait

History Today: When the Gulf War began with Iraq's invasion of Kuwait

Iraqi forces invaded its neighbouring country, Kuwait, on August 2, 1990, marking the beginning of the Gulf War in West Asia. Saddam Hussein justified the invasion by accusing Kuwait of stealing oil from Iraq's oil fields. On this day, Adolf Hitler officially became the dictator of Nazi Germany, hours after the death of President Paul von Hindenburg

The 1990 August Invasion of Kuwait 35 Years Ago — Hungarian Perspectives

Camions stranded in the desert. Journalists sitting in offices recalling fond memories and adventures of a faraway land, now consumed by the waves of barbarism. Doubts about the good faith of the grea

Invasion anniversary a symbol of unity, sacrifice, and gratitude to allies - Times Kuwait

Foreign Minister, Abdullah Al-Yahya, said today that the anniversary of the brutal Iraqi invasion on August 2, 1990, stands as a defining historical moment — one that captures the steadfastness, unity, and deep loyalty of the Kuwaiti people to the sacrifices of their martyrs, prisoners, and missing loved ones. Speaking to the Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) on the eve of the 35th anniversary of the invasion, Al-Yahya emphasized that this occasion rene…

Kuwait marks 35 years since Iraqi invasion, honours international support

The Iraqi invasion began on August 2, 1990, leading to widespread destruction, civilian casualties and the occupation of vital infrastructure across the country.