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Secret/Noforn, 1 p. On December 2, 1990, six weeks before the United States and its allies initiated Operation Desert Storm, Iraq test launched three Scud missiles from sites in eastern Iraq, which impacted in western Iraq.
Here's a look at what you need to know about the 1990-1991 Persian Gulf War. In response to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait in August 1990, the United States and other countries launched a military operation known as Operation Desert Storm.ugust 2, 1990 - The United Nations passes a resolution denouncing Iraq's invasion of Kuwait. August 6, 1990 - The United Nations imposes sanctions on Iraq. August 7, 1990 - U.S. President George H. W. Bush orders the start of Operation Desert Shield. August 8, 1990 - Iraq formally annexes Kuwait.