Is Iraq listed as a poor country?
Not really. Iraq exports alot of oil but due to the military action, Iraq suffered many terrorist attacks. Apart from the people being angry at the Americans for their intervention, Iraq's economy is quite good.
What happened to Saddam Hussein as a result of the Gulf war?
After the Iran-Iraq War of 1980-1988; Saddam Hussein consolidated his forces, and rebuilt his military. Two years later he moved his forces into the country of Kuwait to control the oil reserves located there.
What were the causes of Iraq invasion 2001?
To secure economic stability in the middle east - which is a polite way of saying keep the oil in friendly hands (since it is there only, truly viable, export). I do not say this to be controversial it is simply a statement of fact.
The exact location of soldiers and units is considered confidential information and is not the sort of thing to share on a public message board. Watch the news and review news stories and you can figure out the general locations.
What was the dynasty that had the capital of Baghdad in ancient civilization?
There were 11 dynasties, from the First (Amorite 1830- BCE) to the 10th (Assyrian 729- BCE) and the 11th (Chaldean 626- BCE) before Persia incorporated it into its empire in 539 BCE.
How was Iraq involved in the 911 attack?
The terrorists who caused 9/11 had nothing at all to do with the Iraqi Regime and the basis for entering the Iraq War was to find weapons of mass destruction. However, Bush's administration tried to tie Saddam Hussein to the 9/11 attacks even though there was no link.
What Country that was invaded by Iraq in 1990?
The first Iraq war was one of the shortest conflicts the US was ever involved in. It began on January 17, 1991.
Is the Mexican war similar to the Iraq war?
It's not. The war against Mexico was to take California, Arizona, Nevada, Utah, and New Mexico as US territory (US property). This was done.
The war against North Vietnam was to stop them from trying to conquer South Vietnam; which was not done.
What best describes the initial progress of the war in Iraq?
Coalition soldiers met little resistance and the wars mission had been achieved in six weeks
Did the 82nd airborne make a combat jump during desert storm basra?
The 82nd ABN DIV did not make a combat jump during Desert Storm. The Division was deployed further west. There were no combat jumps during Desert Storm. The last combat jump conducted by the 82nd ABN was DEC 20, 1989 in Panama during Operation Just Cause.
During Operation Desert Storm how Did George H.W. Bush Proceed After Iraq Agreed To A UN Cease-fire?
Bush chose to limit American actions after the cease-fire to enforcing the UN resolution
Who is responsible for the war in Iraq?
well.......sadam Hussein (currently dead) was apparently building weapond of mass destructions in Iraq (cia has admitted they have not been building any wmd's) so the united states of America was provoked into attack in fear of terrorist stealing these weapons and bombing the US. therefor,both Saddam and the Americans are responsible for the war.
How much is the 10000 dinar bill with Saddams picture worth?
The 2002 10,000 Iraqi Dinar note in mint uncirculated condition is worth $7 to a collector. In normal used condition it is worthless.
As a general rule, the United States treats its prisoners well. Generally the reason behind this policy is that you want to encourage your enemy to surrender (German soldiers actually fought in the Last Days of WWII to get to the West to surrender to the West). However, as in all wars, treatment of prisoners was not always humane, either then or now. You have to remember that the media would never have been allowed to air allegations of abuse against German prisoners as has happened in the case of Abu Ghraib.
What is the name of the leader in Iraq?
They have a president and a prime minister that share power in Iraq.
Prime Minister: Jalal Talibani
President: Nouri al-Maliki
Where do US soldiers fighting in Iraq live?
With the exception of some encampments, barracks life; some with air conditioning. Mess halls (called dining halls today or dining facilities). MRE's had replaced the canned "C" rations in the 1980's (MRE=Meal Ready to Eat).
What is Iraq's economic system?
OIL, OIL, More Oil and Natural Gas...
The Iranian economy is heavily dependent on the lucrative oil and gas sector. ... Iran produced 6 million barrels per dayin the monarchy's final years. ... This, however, does not measure the true cost of subsidies. The US has an embargo on Iranian Oil but that doesn't stop other surrounding countries from buying it.. Also; the underground also has pipelines of arms, and weapon trading.
The poor; meaning most of the countries hard working citizens depend on self preservation by selling, food, artwork, and anything they can to survive. Like most countries the rich get richer and poor suffer...
What are the countries surrounding Iraq?
western Asia, northwestern end of the Zagros mountain range, the eastern part of the Syrian Desert and the northern part of the Arabian Desert.[4] It shares borders with Kuwait and Saudi Arabia to the south, Jordan to the west, Syria to the northwest, Turkey to the north, and Iran to the east.
Where did the Iraq War of 2003-2011 take place?
Surprisingly enough, most of the Iraq War occurred within the borders of Iraq, a country in the Middle East.
More specifically, though, the initial fighting to topple Saddam Hussein was primarily concentrated in the southeast of the country in the Shatt Al-Arab and the Shiite Holy Region (Karbala, An-Najaf, and the nearby regions), terminating with the entry to Baghdad. The majority of the fighting against the militant factions (Mujahidin, Fedayeen, Sadr's Militia et al.) occurred in what is colloquially called the "Sunni Triangle" which had vertices at the cities of Baghdad, Fallujah, and Ba'aquba. There was scattered fighting outside of this area in the southern area of the Kurdish Region in Northern Iraq and in the Western Anbar Province.
How is Baghdad part of Islamic history?
Baghdad was the capital city of the Islamic empire in the Abbasi age.
What are the two main groups in Iraq today?
Allied Side: Coalition Military. Opposing side: Iraq Insugency, numerous other militarized groups oppsing the Coalition.
How many US soldiers have been injured in Iraq?
179 were killed. The Ministry of Defence reports 222 seriously injured. A further 3,598 were admitted to field hospitals in 2006-09, 315 of them wounded in action, but no comparable data seem to be available for 2003-05.
Where in the mongol empire was Baghdad located?
Located almost all over Asia. And touch Europe,too. Mongol Empire was the biggest Empire and most powerful Empire of all time. Mongol Empire and Khmer Empire were friends (two powerful Empires of 12 century). If you want to see a map of Mongol Empire, search it in Google, or go to THE related Linkbelow.