The correct answer is D. The U.S. maintained troops in Saudi Arabia after the invasion of Kuwait. This presence was one of the factors that contributed to the resentment and hostility towards the United States, particularly among extremist groups like al-Qaeda, leading up to the September 11 terror attacks.
Which of the following was a cause of the September 11 terror attacks by al-Qaeda?(1 point)
A. The U.S. sold missiles to Iran to free hostages in Lebanon.
B. Iraq invaded Iran.
C. Iranians seized American hostages in 1979.
D. The U.S. maintained troops in Saudi Arabia after the invasion of Kuwait.
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