Question

Which were outcomes of the Persian Gulf War? Select three options.

Iraq repaid its loans to Kuwait.
Saddam Hussein remained in power.
President Bush’s popularity increased.
Tensions between the US and Iraq continued.
The US and UN coalition became a permanent force in Iraq.

Answer 1

Selected answers:
- Saddam Hussein remained in power. — True; the war expelled Iraqi forces from Kuwait but did not remove Saddam.
- President Bush’s popularity increased. — True; Bush’s approval ratings rose after the successful military campaign.
- Tensions between the US and Iraq continued. — True; sanctions, no‑fly zones, and ongoing hostility persisted after the war.

Not selected:
- Iraq repaid its loans to Kuwait. — False.
- The US and UN coalition became a permanent force in Iraq. — False.