What major conflict did the United States engage in in the 1990s? 🔊
The United States engaged in several military interventions during the 1990s, but the major conflict was the Gulf War in 1990-1991. Triggered by Iraq's invasion of Kuwait in August 1990, the U.S. led a coalition of numerous countries to liberate Kuwait. Operation Desert Storm commenced in January 1991, featuring extensive airstrikes followed by a ground offensive. The quick success of coalition forces led to the withdrawal of Iraqi troops from Kuwait and affirmed U.S. military dominance post-Cold War. This conflict also highlighted the implications of oil politics and shaped U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East.
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