Inside the Iraqi State Records: Saddam Hussein, ‘Irangate’, and the United States
2011; Taylor & Francis; Volume: 34; Issue: 1 Linguagem: Inglês
10.1080/01402390.2011.541767
ISSN1743-937X
Autores Tópico(s)Islamic Studies and History
ResumoAbstract Abstract This article uses captured Iraqi state records to examine Saddam Hussein's reaction to US arms to sales to Iran during the Iran–Iraq War (the Iran/Contra scandal). These records show that 'Irangate' marked a decisive departure in Saddam's relations with the United States. Irangate reinforced Saddam's preexisting suspicions of US policy, convincing him that Washington was a strategic enemy that could not be trusted. Saddam concealed his anger to preserve a working relationship with the Reagan administration, but this episode nevertheless cemented his negative views of the United States and forged a legacy of hostility and mistrust that would inform his strategic calculus for years to come. Key Words: IraqSaddam HusseinRonald ReaganIran/Contra
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