Definition
The Persian Gulf War (1990-1991) is often synonymous with the Gulf War and Operation Desert Storm. π It began when Iraq, under Saddam Hussein, invaded Kuwait. A U.S.-led coalition of nations intervened to liberate Kuwait. Think of it as an international neighborhood watch stepping in to stop a bully. π The conflict highlighted modern military technology and coalition warfare. It restored Kuwait's sovereignty and reshaped the region's geopolitical landscape. Think of it as a global reset button for that part of the world.