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Iraq, Destruction of a Nation

Iraq, Destruction of a Nation

★ 8.8/10•2021•52m•NR•Documentary•War & Politics•Drama
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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.

Jean-Pierre Canet · Director

StatusEnded
Runtime52m
LanguageFR
First Air DateJan 31, 2021

Episodes

E152m

The Oil Nation

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.

Jan 31, 2021

E252m

Kuwait and the consequences

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

Jan 31, 2021

E352m

The Hunt for the Dictator

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

Jan 31, 2021

E452m

The Rise of IS

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.

Jan 31, 2021

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