Why the bombs are falling on Iraq

Article Abstract:

The bombing of Iraq by the US and United Kingdom is leading to disruption of medical and food supplies. The rationale of the no-fly zones was originally to protect Iraqis in Kurdish and Shia areas from persection, but the persecution continues despite the bombings, which affect ordinary people. The bombings appear to be a bid to remove the Iraqi leader, Saddam Hussein, from power. Petroleum exports are affected, and this means that the program allowing petroleum to be sold for food is in jeopardy, hitting ordinary people.

International Affairs, Military Action, United Kingdom, British foreign relations, Military operations

---

Provocation and response

Article Abstract:

The US retaliated for Iraqi army advances into the Kurdish area of the country by launching a missile attack on Iraqi air-defence installations. The attack, which is not expected to seriously affect Iraq's military capabilities, did not meet the approval of France and Russia.

Usage, Cover Story, Cruise missiles

---

A message from the past for Baghdad

Article Abstract:

The debate on US policy toward Iraq, and reasons for and the impact of US bombing raids, are examined in detail.

Similar abstracts:

• Abstracts: Tough justice. Grim reaping: strong-arm policies help spur Burma's growth
• Abstracts: In the line of fire: bureaucratic scandals may set the stage for reform. Super Mario's brothers: Nintendo is banking on a new product to save the day
• Abstracts: Telekom calls in the marketing men. Dutch government set to divest control of KPN. Planning Deutsche Telekom 2
• Abstracts: Over the rainbow. The small business wish-list
• Abstracts: In the business of starting businesses. The key to consultancy. In conversation with... Warren Bennis

This website is not affiliated with document authors or copyright owners. This page is provided for informational purposes only. Unintentional errors are possible.