How the U.S. Helped Build Saddam Hussein — and Then Destroyed Him

How did the United States help Saddam Hussein rise to power in Iraq, only to later invade and destroy his regime? This documentary explores the complex history of U.S.-Iraq relations, from Cold War alliances to the Gulf War and the 2003 invasion that changed the Middle East forever.

In this history documentary, we uncover the untold story of Saddam Hussein's relationship with America. During the Iran-Iraq War of the 1980s, the U.S. provided crucial support to Hussein's regime as a counterbalance to Iran. But after Iraq's invasion of Kuwait in 1990, Operation Desert Storm marked the beginning of the end. This documentary examines the geopolitical decisions that shaped modern Iraq, from the Ba'ath Party's rise to power to Saddam Hussein's death and the lasting impact on Middle East history.

We explore key moments including the Gulf War, the 2003 Iraq War, and the complex web of international relations that led to one of the most controversial foreign policy decisions in American history.

0:00 Intro/Context
2:09 The Rise of Saddam Hussein
3:08 The Iran–Iraq War (1980–1988)
4:15 The Gulf War (1990–1991)
7:21 The 2003 Iraq Invasion and the WMD Lies
12:08 Conclusion

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