Thirty-three years ago, Saddam Hussein invaded Kuwait. A lot has changed since then, but the profound impact of this historic sin continues to reverberate in Iraq, the region, and the world.
Although there has been extensive analysis over the years about the invasion and its aftermath, its great significance still warrants further coverage, which is why Al Majalla made it its August cover story.
We will be publishing articles and analyses on the post-war landscape in Kuwait, as well as relevant regional and international issues tied to this historic event.
Additionally, we will present complete transcripts of confidential correspondence before and after the invasion, including exchanges between Saddam Hussein and the Iranian “Supreme Leader” Ali Khamenei, as well as correspondences between Presidents Hafez al-Assad and George Bush.
In these articles, Kuwaiti researcher and academic, Bader Al-Saif, will explore the invasion’s impact on Kuwait and its Gulf surroundings, while Ibrahim Hamidi will provide a guide to the August edition, which includes insights into Saddam's concessions to Iran and the al-Assad-Bush agreements concerning Lebanon.
Read more:
Iraq's invasion of Kuwait and its profound impact on the Gulf
The invasion of Kuwait, Saddam's concessions and al-Assad's deals
How Iraq's invasion of Kuwait dealt a lasting economic blow to the region
Saddam sought Khamenei's help, accused al-Assad of treason, and formed an alliance with King Hussein, while Arafat acted as a messenger
Classified discussions between Kuwaiti ministers ahead of Iraq invasion revealed
How jihadists exploited the aftermath of the First Gulf War to build a global terrorist network
US security policy in the Gulf: Changes and constants
