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Oil and al-Qaida. Unfinished business and a sense of betrayal. The origins of any assault on Saddam Hussein's "axis of evil" status can be ascribed to many reasons. |
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While U.N. inspections teams scour Iraq for evidence of weapons programs, the U.S. and Iraqi militaries prepare to square off. |
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Saddam Hussein's tenure has been marked by war, domestic terror, suppression of Kurds and Shiites and a sharply diminished standard of living. |
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The United States is deeply involved in a diplomatic game to enlist support for military action against Iraq. |
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TIMELINE
Trace the history of the region, from the birthplace of civilization to the present-day conflict over the nation's weaponry.

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PHOTO GALLERY
Key figures, as well as scenes from the ongoing U.S. conflict with Iraq.
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DISCUSSION GUIDE
Questions and activities to help teachers and parents better explore this site, and guide student discussions about the conflict in the Middle East.
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READER COMMENTS
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