The objective of the Persian Gulf War in the early 1990s was to liberate Kuwait from Iraqi occupation. Following Iraq's invasion of Kuwait in August 1990, the United Nations quickly condemned the act and imposed economic sanctions on Iraq. In January 1991, a coalition of forces led by the United States launched Operation Desert Storm to expel Iraqi troops. The conflict aimed to restore Kuwait's sovereignty and maintain regional stability. The swift military campaign showcased modern warfare techniques and ultimately resulted in the liberation of Kuwait within a matter of weeks, although tensions in the region persisted.