Arab League Summit and the Invasion of Iraq
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What was the main purpose of the UAE using foreign aid?

  • As an instrument of regional and foreign policy (correct)
  • To promote oil exploration
  • To invest in domestic projects
  • To support military campaigns
  • During which period did Sheikh Zayed emphasize diplomatic mediation?

  • Iran-Iraq War (1980s) (correct)
  • Operation Desert Storm (1991)
  • US-led invasion of Iraq (2003)
  • Gulf crisis caused by the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait (1990)
  • What was one of Sheikh Zayed's efforts to prevent the further escalation of the Iran-Iraq War?

  • Encouraging military escalation
  • Making a forceful case at a meeting of Arab League foreign ministers (correct)
  • Joining the conflict as a direct combatant
  • Withdrawing diplomatic support from both countries
  • What event led to the Gulf crisis in 1990 that Sheikh Zayed mediated?

    <p>Iraqi invasion of Kuwait</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which year did Sheikh Zayed engage in diplomatic mediation towards the US-led invasion of Iraq?

    <p>2003</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Sheikh Zayed aim to achieve by steering a neutral course during the Iran-Iraq War?

    <p>Prevent further escalation of the war</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did the UAE and Oman play during attempts to prevent escalation of the Iran-Iraq War?

    <p>Made a forceful case at an Arab League meeting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which conflict was Sheikh Zayed at the forefront of attempts to keep open diplomatic channels?

    <p>Iran-Iraq War (1980s)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one component of Sheikh Zayed's approach to foreign affairs?

    <p>Heavy emphasis on humanitarian support</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one key element of international engagement that Sheikh Zayed emphasized?

    <p>Diplomatic mediation</p> Signup and view all the answers

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