Saddam Hussein's Quest for Nuclear Weapons

The chapter explores Saddam Hussein's pursuit of nuclear weapons driven by deterrence and a desire for parity with other nations, viewing Iraq as deserving to defend the Arab world. It delves into his intelligence and strategic decisions, analyzing his miscalculations in warfare and the coalition formed against him during the Kuwait War. The chapter also discusses the dynamics of US foreign policy, highlighting the complexities of relationships with rogue states and the normalization of chemical weapons in conflicts.