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Indirectly. There was a fear that if Iraq developed weapons of mass destruction that he might sell them on the black market. However, the term "containment" is typically used in reference to Communism and, in that regard, containment was not a reason for going to Iraq.
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What was one reason the bush administration had for going to war in Iraq?
To prop up their slumping popularity with the US voting public.
What was the justification for the US going to war with Iraq?
The justification for the US going to war with Iraq is slightly open to question and debate. The main reason given was because they believed Iraq had weapons of mass destruction and they had to be disarmed. Many believe it was simply to remove Saddam Hussein though and some even think it was for reasons of oil.
What are the similarties between Vietnam and Iraq?
i think there are a lot of comparison meaning that they both did somthing wong the difference now is the Iraq war are there in Iraq for the wrong reason so basically for no reason at all.
Should Iraq be bombed?
Not now, there is no reason. Possibly you meant 'Should Iraq HAVE BEEN bombed?'
Why did Saddam Hussein get kicked out of Iraq?
Saddam Hussein got kick out of Iraq keeping a war going and that he was mistreating the people of Iraq.
What was the reason for Martin van Buren bombing Iraq?
This did not happen.
What was the source of desert storm?
The reason for DS was Iraq's invasion of Kuwait; which resulted in the need to remove Iraq from Kuwait. Which was done.
Which of these would be considered the main reason why the US and a coalition of nations invaded Iraq?
There was a concern that Iraq had weapons of mass destruction.
What did the Soviets want from the united States when Nixon's took office in 1969?
In 1969 the Cold War was still going on. One reason the United States was in Vietnam was the foreign policy of the containment of communism from spreading into Southeast Asia. It will be another 20 years before the Berlin Wall will come down in 1989.
What is the 1 reason for missing school?
* You were sick. * Your mom is in the hospital and your dad is away. * Your dad is going to Iraq. * Your brother died. * You had more important things to do. * You "forgot". * Something horrible happened.
The policy of containment was a noble cause?
In my opinion, no. The policy of containment causes wars and distrust among nations. It was a wrong political view that still remains with some political analysts and leaders today. This form of thinking got us into Iraq and may send our boys and girls into another ground war.
Was the policy of containment was a noble cause?
In my opinion, no. The policy of containment causes wars and distrust among nations. It was a wrong political view that still remains with some political analysts and leaders today. This form of thinking got us into Iraq and may send our boys and girls into another ground war.
