The most recent programs for the Kuwait Tag http://www.c-spanvideo.org/browse?topic=1051 en-US Copyright 2013, National Cable Satellite Corporation info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Mon, 20 May 2013 05:54:59 GMT Arabian Gulf states scholars talked about the decline of American power. Kuwait University's Political Science Professor Abdullah Al-Shayji called the U.S. "a broken superpower" when describing its influence in the Arabian Gulf states. Panelists agreed that the East is rising in influence and Arab nations were looking more to Asia for economic interests. The 21st Annual Arab-U.S. Policymakers Conference was held by the National Council on U.S.-Arab Relations in the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309080-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309080-3 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Then President Bush spoke to reporters about the invasion of Kuwait. On August 2, 1990, Iraq invaded Kuwait and seized control of the country within 24 hours. Video was provided courtesy of the George Bush Presidential Library. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/158497-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/158497-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT A U.S. congressional delegation visited the Middle East on an information-gathering trip. They arrived in Kuwait on January 20 and spent the day at meetings and on visits to different military and civilian sites. The delegation met with almost 20 Kuwaiti women political activists and potential candidates for office. Kuwaiti women had just obtained the right to vote in the upcoming 2007 parliamentary elections. Led by Rep. Ros-Lehtinen, the bipartisan group also included Reps. Lynch, Platts, and Gerlach. A C-SPAN video journalist accompanied them during their five-day visit to the region, as they traveled first to Kuwait for a day, then to Iraq for the next two days, and to Afghanistan for the final two days. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/191069-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/191069-2 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT A U.S. congressional delegation visited the Middle East on an information-gathering trip. Led by Rep. Ros-Lehtinen, the group also included Reps. Lynch, Platts and Gerlach. Mr. Lehtinen, Rep. Ros-Lehtinen's husband, represented the [Miami Herald.] A C-SPAN video journalist accompanied them during their five-day visit to the region, as they traveled first to Kuwait for a day, then into Iraq for two days, and then two final days in Afghanistan. Arriving in Kuwait on January 20, they spent the day at meetings and on visits to different military and civilian sites. At a meeting in Kuwait City with the editor in chief of [Al Rai Al Aam] newspaper they discussed the war in Iraq, the political situation in Kuwait, U.S.-Kuwait relations, terrorism, broader U.S. policy in the Persian Gulf region, efforts at democracy in the region, and U.S. interest in Middle Eastern oil. [Al Rai Al Aam] newspaper has the largest circulation of any paper in Kuwait. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/191069-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/191069-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Ereli spoke to reporters about the appointment of Shayk Sabah Al-Ahmed Al-Jaber Al Saba as Amir of Kuwait, the release of Father Gerard Jean Juste from a prison in Haiti, and the "one China" policy regarding Taiwan. Following his remarks, he responded to questions and comments from the reporters. Among the topics Mr. Ereli discussed were the nuclear program in Iran, democracy in Venezuela, and the election results in the Palestinian Parliamentary elections. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/190971-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/190971-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT C-SPAN Producer Mark Farkas talked about his recent trip with House members to Kuwait, Iraq, and Afghanistan. Brief video footage was shown of his visits to Kuwait City in Kuwait, where he interviewed Colonel Michael W. DeYoung, Chief, Army House Liaison Division for the Army's Chief of Legislative Liaison; Al Taqaddum Air Base, Camp Fallujah, Baghdad, Balad Air Base, and Al Anbar Province in Iraq; as well as Jalalabad and Kabul in Afghanistan. Telephone lines were open for comments on news of the day. Callers discussed the Hamas Party victory in the Palestinian Parliament elections. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/190848-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/190848-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Kuwaiti Ambassador Salem Al-Sabah was interviewed about the current political situation in his country and the region, terrorism, the war with Iraq, and relations with the U.S. The program starts with a short interview with Edward Walker, president of the Middle East Institute, who provided background on the history and politics of the country. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/188122-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/188122-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT The Kuwaiti Prime Minister opened up the new session of Parliament. He talked about the agenda for the term-- including economic reforms, Iraq, and terrorism. Kuwait has a unicameral National Assembly with fifty members. This event is courtesy of Kuwait TV. In Arabic with English translation. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/183791-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/183791-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Following a meeting at the White House Sheikh Al-Sabah spoke to reporters about the meeting and answered questions about military operations in Iraq. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/176173-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/176173-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Secretary Powell and Sheikh Al-Sabah spoke to reporters their meeting, humanitarian aid to Iraq, and the future government of Iraq. They also answered questions from the reporters. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/176170-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/176170-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Kuwaiti news coverage of the war with Iraq was shown. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/175862-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/175862-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Anthony talked about the countries of Qatar and Kuwait, including their governments, history, economies, and daily life. He responded to audience telephone calls, faxes, and electronic mail. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174876-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174876-4 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Admiral Quigley briefed reporters on on several issues, including a recent Navy training accident in Kuwait which killed six military personnel. Following his remarks he answered questions from the reporters. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/163147-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/163147-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT State Department officials talked to reporters about the impact of Iraq's invasion of Kuwait, its threat to region and the world, and reviewed ongoing international efforts to obtain Iraqi compliance with United Nations Security Council resolutions. Following their remarks they answered questions from the reporters. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/158581-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/158581-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Kelley, who recently returned from the Middle East, where he has been since the Persian Gulf War, discussed his observations and reported on post-war Kuwait. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/20441-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/20441-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Rep. Lagomarsino, a member of the House Foreign Affairs committee, discussed post-war foreign policy and the support of the U.S. administration for democracy in Kuwait. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/17779-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/17779-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT The Environment and Public Works committee's Gulf Pollution Task Force heard testimony on the effect of the Kuwaiti oil well fires set by retreating Iraqi soldiers on humans and the environment in the area. The oil fires, which have burned unabated since near the end of the Persian Gulf war, create 500,000 tons of air pollutants per week, which have disastrous effect on Iraqi residents, animals, and U.S. troops stationed in the area. Mr. Makris discussed the possible makeup and subsequent medical problems resulting from particulate matter in the smoke from the oil fires. Mr. Robinson also discussed the cleanup of oil spilled by Iraqi tankers and oil platforms during the Persian Gulf war. Mr. Seligman said smoke particles in the air of Kuwait posed an "irritant" risk to U.S. soldiers there, but long term effects of the smoke is undetermined. Mr. Blackwelder testified on a three-stage plan for the environmental recovery of Kuwait produced by the Friends of the Earth. He called for the U.S. military to be sent in to aid in the recovery, as delay and minimal assistance to Kuwait would result in national disaster for Kuwait and regional disaster for the Persian Gulf. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/17516-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/17516-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT The United Nations Security Council met to discuss S. 22430, a resolution concerning the cease-fire in the Persian Gulf war. Amendments to the resolution under debate included Iraqi war reparations, forcing Iraq to destroy its unconventional weapons, and a U.N. security force to be placed on the border of Iraq and Kuwait. Representatives from Iraq and Kuwait were invited to participate in the discussions concerning the cease fire in the Persian Gulf war, but were not allowed to vote on the resolution. The resolution was passed by the Security Council in a vote of 12 to 1, and awaited Iraq's approval to become effective. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/17399-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/17399-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT The two speakers talked about the hopes of many that democracy will come to Kuwait after the Persian Gulf war. Recently, the people in Kuwait have been demanding that a date be set for a free election. The speakers gave an historical overview of the politics and government of Kuwait before and during the war, and the new developments in the political system since the war. Mr. Menon said, "The Kuwaiti people have learned how to survive, and now they want a voice in the future of their country." http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/17392-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/17392-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Solidarity International for Kuwait, an organization formed last year after the Iraqi occupation of Kuwait to promote Kuwaiti independence and economic prosperity, sponsored a forum to discuss the future of Kuwait. The forum, entitled "Security Arrangements in the Gulf," intended to go over several possible paths for the recovery of Kuwait and the Persian Gulf region. Mr. Aikman discussed security arrangement options for Kuwait, including a U.N. peacekeeping force on the Kuwait-Iraq border, a joint Persian Gulf cooperation pact, a U.N. commission to determine Persian Gulf conflicts, and a regular Persian Gulf leaders' conference. He also supported an agreement to determine ideological disputes between Persian Gulf states. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/17385-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/17385-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Panelists discussed the effects of the Persian Gulf War on the Middle East. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/17352-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/17352-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Zeder explained the opportunities for U.S. business in the reconstruction of Kuwait. His office, as well as the U.S. Chamber of Commerce has been overwhelmed by contacts from companies wanting contracts and people seeking jobs. Mr. Zeder heads the Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC) which is a government corporation charged with assisting U.S. investors overseas by providing investment information, financing, and risk insurance. He has been serving in this position since August 1989. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/17284-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/17284-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Senator DeConcini just returned home from a trip to Kuwait, in which he viewed the damage caused by the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/17150-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/17150-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT The panelists discussed the recent trip of Secretary Baker to negotiate for a new, more peaceful order in the Middle East. They addressed the post-war agenda of the Bush administration. Mr. Feuerwerger just returned from the "freedom flight" to Kuwait and gave his first-hand experiences on the state of the Kuwait government, people, and environment. Topics included the internal uprising of the Iraqi people against Saddam Hussein, arms control and proliferation, and resolution of the Arab-Israel conflict. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/17139-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/17139-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT The subcommittee heard testimony on the reconstruction of Kuwait's infrastructure and environment, and the part small business might play in the massive rebuilding effort. Initial estimates state the total cost of reconstruction of every destroyed building in Kuwait to be $100 billion to be spent over 5 years. Kuwait's ambassador to the U.S. previously stated that countries contributing the most to the liberation of Kuwait would receive priority in the rebuilding contracts for the reconstruction. Witnesses testified on the logistics of the rebuilding of Kuwait and how American small businesses might participate. Mr. Al-Sutan described the types of industries requiring rebuilding that American small businesses could participate in. Mr. Becker described programs designed to connect small businesses with projects in Kuwait. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/17014-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/17014-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Ms. Tutwiler spoke to reporters in the State Department on recent developments in the Middle East. Her remarks included discussions of reports of unrest resulting in civil uprisings in Iraq, possible evidenced by the silencing of Baghdad radio for one hour earlier in the day. She said the Bush administration "would not shed any tears" at the overthrow of Saddam Hussein, leader of Iraq, but the Bush administration would leave it up to the Iraqi people. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/16943-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/16943-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT The Ambassador called the cease-fire and imminent conclusion of the Persian Gulf war "a time of joy, but certainly not a time for celebration yet." He said that the allies achieved a victory that no one ever conceived. The will and the desire for right prevailed. He thanked and praised President Bush, Secretary Cheney, General Powell, and General Schwarzkopf for leading such a bloodless battle. Ambassador Al-Sabah talked about the task of rebuilding Kuwait, which includes the immediate problem of the hundreds of burning oil wells. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/16902-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/16902-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Pool reporters taped scenes of Kuwaiti life on the second day following the cease-fire in the Persian Gulf war. Kuwaiti citizens spoke to reporters on everyday life after the war as they were standing in line for gasoline. The Kuwaitis began to cheer for the U.S. and President Bush when they spotted Western television cameras. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/17102-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/17102-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT The Washington bureau chiefs of the three major news networks discuss the liberation of Kuwait and how it affected and was affected by news coverage. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/16853-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/16853-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Pool cameramen and reporters accompanied the First Marine Division's Task Force Ripper during the ground campaign by coalition forces during the Persian Gulf war. The division was the first to enter Kuwait during the early hours of the campaign, and cameramen recorded them as they drove into Kuwait and set up howitzer weapons to shell Iraqi forces ahead of their position. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/16800-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/16800-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Abdulla spoke about the effects of the Iraqi invasion of his country, Kuwait. He described the control of Kuwait's borders as "a new iron curtain." The media blackout over information on Kuwait was contrasted with Saddam Hussein's media appearances, which he called "the bad guy making the news." The death toll of Kuwaiti citizens, as well as the large numbers removed to prisoner of war camps was explained. Mr. Abdulla said that Kuwait's response has been commendable. The people have joined together in a strong resistance movement of civil disobedience. Mr. Abdulla's remarks were followed by questions from the audience of local high school students. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/16573-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/16573-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Kuwaiti airmen and ground crews flying missions under the allied command in Eastern Saudi Arabia were interviewed. The reporters were escorted to the air base by the Kuwait Ministry of Information. The pilots and crew were not identified by name because several still have family members in Kuwait. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/16497-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/16497-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Colonel El Kandari briefed reporters in Riyadh on the events in the Persian Gulf War relating to Kuwait. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/17255-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/17255-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Sultan spoke to pool reporters on the radio and television broadcasting facility he operates on behalf of Kuwaitis still inside Kuwait during the Iraqi occupation. The broadcasting facilities were originally inside Kuwait, but relocated to eastern Saudi Arabia after the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/16577-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/16577-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Ambassador to the U.N. from Kuwait Abulhassan spoke to reporters in the United Nations on events in the Persian Gulf war. He announced a joint WHO/UNICEF mission which is going to Iraq with emergency medical supplies to assist with medical care. He said he hoped the mission would be able to enter Kuwait during their stay in the Middle East, since, Amb. Abulhasan claimed, medical care had been withheld from Kuwaitis during the Iraqi occupation. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/16445-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/16445-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT The briefers discussed the current military role of the Joint Arab Forces in the Persian Gulf. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/19286-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/19286-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Secretary Baker and Ambassador Al-Sabah answered reporters' questions about the situation in Kuwait. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/19283-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/19283-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT David Gompert spoke on American national security concerns for the middle east, including allied interest in regional security environments, strategic priorities, likely trouble spots for the future, and the implications the war with Iraq may have for collective security organizations. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/15941-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/15941-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Sheik Al-Sabah reflected on events leading up to the Persian Gulf war, especially on the role of the coalition forces and the U.N. resolutions. He argued against accepting linkage of Iraq's invasion of Kuwait and Palestinian issues. Yavuzturk discussed Turkey's strategic and geopolitical importance and its role in the Persian Gulf war. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/15992-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/15992-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Al-Sarah spoke on the effect the United Nations resolution, allowing force to be used to remove Iraqi forces from Kuwait after January 15, may have on Kuwait. Mr. Al-Sabah supported the U.S. policy in the Persian Gulf, and expressed doubt as to the effectiveness of sanctions on Iraq's occupation of Kuwait. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/15453-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/15453-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Vice President Quayle examined the situation in Kuwait and future security in the Persian Gulf. Less than four weeks before the date set by the United Nations resolution allowing force to be used to remove Iraqi forces from Kuwait, Quayle repeated the administration's resolve in enforcing the United Nations resolution. His speech emphasized the atrocities committed by Iraqi soldiers against Kuwaiti citizens, and the inability of economic sanctions to prevent such occurrences. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/15412-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/15412-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Persian Gulf scholars, Middle East experts, witnesses of the invasion and members of Congress and the Bush administration looked at the future of Persian Gulf security and the events that led to the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait. Three panels discussed the background and origins of the crisis; occupation, resistance and exile in Kuwait; and the future of regional security in the area. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/15414-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/15414-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Montgomery had just returned to the United States after four and a half months of captivity on December 9, 1990. He discussed his months in hiding and his experiences and thoughts about the invasion of Kuwait and his captivity. Mr. Montgomery was part of a group of former hostages who met with Bush on Thursday, December 13, 1990. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/15364-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/15364-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Iraq's ambassador to the U.S. discussed recent events in the Persian Gulf including today's announcement by Saddam Hussein that all hostages held in Iraq will be released unharmed. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/15263-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/15263-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Sen. Kassebaum, a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, discussed recent events in the Persian Gulf. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/15264-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/15264-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT The distinguished participants discussed the Persian Gulf crisis and the effects of the crisis on international cooperation in the post cold war era. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/15255-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/15255-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Rep. Hefley, a member of the House Armed Services Committee, discussed U.S. policy in the Persian Gulf. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/15234-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/15234-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT A refugee describes conditions in Kuwait after the invasion by Iraq. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/19715-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/19715-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT The Foreign Ministers of member nations debated and passed a resolution authorizing the use of force to achieve the withdrawal of Iraqi forces from Kuwait if forces are not withdrawn voluntarily by January 15, 1991. The resolution was passed with twelve votes in favor, two votes against, and one abstention. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/15173-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/15173-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Kuwaiti refugees testified before the United Nations Security Council, describing torture, rape and murder of Kuwaiti citizens by Iraqi soldiers. Kuwait was invaded by Iraq in August 1990. The witnesses also said that Kuwait's infrastructure and economy are being destroyed. Kuwait has submitted a draft resolution to the Security Council condemning Iraq's attempts to alter the demographics of Kuwait by destroying identity papers and forcing Kuwaitis to flee. The resolution demands that Iraq withdraw from Kuwait by January 15 and is expected to be adopted this week. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/15141-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/15141-1 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT