Saddam Hussein's elite forces were known as the Republican Guard. This unit was established to protect the regime and maintain internal security, often serving as a key instrument of Saddam's power. The Republican Guard was well-equipped and trained, playing a prominent role in military operations during the Iran-Iraq War and the Gulf War.
No. It was Iraq which had Saddam Hussein as dictator.
Saddam Hussein was the President of Iraq who invaded Iran during the Iran-Iraq War.
No. Saddam Hussein was Sunni, which did not endear him to the Shiites in Iraq or to the Shiite leadership in Iran. However, there were a large number of Shiites in the Iraqi Army under Saddam Hussein who gave their lives in loyalty to their country (even against Iran).
No. Saddam Hussein was Sunni, which did not endear him to the Shiites in Iraq or to the Shiite leadership in Iran. However, there were a large number of Shiites in the Iraqi Army under Saddam Hussein who gave their lives in loyalty to their country (even against Iran).
i think it was the U.S and Iran
Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein attacked Iran causing the Iranian leadership to declare war as well. More countries, especially the United States of America supported Saddam Hussein, however, the Iran people pooled their collective will to overcome Saddam's armed forces.
Saddam Hussein
No. He did nothing in that area. He did fight along his border with Iran.
IRAN did not invade Kuwait, Saddam Hussein in Iraq did.
Iran-Ayattala Khomeini Iraq-Saddam Hussein
Iran's Ayatollah Khomeini & Iraq's Saddam Hussein