Iraq, Destruction of a Nation

Name: Iraq, Destruction of a Nation
Released: 2021-01-31
Rating: 8.8

8.8

January 31, 2021

1 Season • 4 Episodes

Ended

Documentary War & Politics Drama

Overview

The evolution of the former Saddam Hussein's Baathist regime, from the start of the 1980's Iran-Iraq war to the excalation of the ISIS/Daesh insurgency. in the 2000s.

Created By

Jean-Pierre Canet

Episodes

1. The Oil Nation

January 31, 2021 • 52m

In the early 1980s, Saddam Hussein launches a full-scale invasion of Iran. The move kicks off decades of war in the Gulf region, a period marked by lies, manipulation and countless deaths.

2. Kuwait and the consequences

January 31, 2021 • 52m

On August 2, 1990, Saddam Hussein invades Kuwait. But Western powers intervene - in favor of Kuwait. Subsequently, harsh sanctions are imposed against Iraq.

3. The Hunt for the Dictator

January 31, 2021 • 52m

Islamist hatred of the US erupts with the 9/11 attacks. The attacks bring renewed justification for a war against Iraq.

4. The Rise of IS

January 31, 2021 • 52m

In 2006, Saddam Hussein is captured in Iraq, brought to trial and executed. But his death does nothing to secure peace in the divided country. Islamist terrorism continues its inexorable spread.

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