The Iraq war.
When did the Iraq war start?
March 2003
Who orchestrated the 9/11 terrorist attacks?
al-Qaeda
What is Kuwait?
This country was invaded by Iraq on August 2, 1990, triggering the Persian Gulf War.
What is Jerusalem?
This city is claimed as a capital by both Israelis and Palestinians.
What is Pakistan?
Osama bin Laden was found and killed in this neighboring country in 2011.
Who lead the Iraq war?
US Army General Tommy Franks
What happened on 9/11?
A terrorist attack happened on the Twin Towers, Also known as The World Trade Center. And flew a plane into the towers.
What is Operation Desert Storm?
This U.S.-led military operation was launched to liberate Kuwait from Iraqi occupation.
What is the Gaza Strip?
This strip of land, controlled by Hamas, has been a frequent flashpoint for violence with Israel.
What is the Taliban?
This extremist group was removed from power in Afghanistan by U.S.-led forces in late 2001.
When is the Day of Death?
August 19, 2007
What group helped al-Qaeda escape?
The Taliban.
Who is Saddam Hussein?
This Iraqi leader was in power during the Gulf War and ordered the invasion of Kuwait.
What is the United Nations Partition Plan?
This 1947 international plan proposed separate Jewish and Arab states in British-controlled Palestine.
What is al-Qaeda?
This terrorist group, led by Osama bin Laden, was based in Afghanistan before 9/11.
When did the Iraq war stop?
October 21, 2011
When did the US war in Afghanistan stop?
August 30th, 2021
What is the United Nations?
This international organization passed several resolutions condemning Iraq’s invasion and authorizing force.
What is the Six-Day War?
This war in 1967 resulted in Israel occupying the West Bank, Gaza Strip, and East Jerusalem.
What is Operation Enduring Freedom?
The U.S. military operation that began the war in Afghanistan was called this.
How was Sérgio Vieira de Mello killed?
Through a suicide bomber.
What president called off peace talks?
President Donald Trump
What is Highway 80?
Nicknamed the “Highway of Death,” this road was the site of a devastating attack on retreating Iraqi forces.
What is the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO)?
This group, formed in 1964, is recognized by many as representing the Palestinian people.
Who is George W. Bush?
This U.S. president ordered the invasion of Afghanistan in 2001.