Gulf War

Gulf War is a term used to refer to a series of conflicts that occurred in the Middle East in the late 20th and early 21st centuries. The most significant of these were the First Gulf War (1990-1991) and the Second Gulf War (2003-2011), both of which involved significant international coalitions led by the United States.

First Gulf War

The First Gulf War, also known as the Persian Gulf War, was a conflict between Iraq and a coalition of 35 nations led by the United States. The war began on August 2, 1990, when Iraqi forces invaded and annexed Kuwait. The United Nations Security Council responded by passing a series of resolutions that condemned the invasion and imposed economic sanctions on Iraq.

Second Gulf War

The Second Gulf War, also known as the Iraq War, began on March 20, 2003, when a coalition led by the United States invaded Iraq. The coalition's stated goals were to disarm Iraq of weapons of mass destruction, to end Saddam Hussein's support for terrorism, and to free the Iraqi people.

Health Effects

Many veterans of the Gulf War have reported a range of serious health issues, collectively known as Gulf War Syndrome. Symptoms include fatigue, muscle pain, cognitive problems, rashes and diarrhea. Studies have indicated that Gulf War Syndrome is a physical condition, not a psychological disorder.

See Also

• Iraq War
• Kuwait
• United Nations Security Council
• Gulf War Syndrome

References

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