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The New York Times documented the geopolitical crisis involving Kuwait through interviews with U.S. officials [1], reports on Iraqi troop movements within the country [2], and editorial commentary regarding the U.S. response to the invasion [3].

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The Persian Gulf TV War by Douglas Kellner (http://www.gseis.ucla ... pages.gseis.ucla.edu Douglas Kellner · UCLA 3 facts

quoteOn August 3, 1990, the New York Times editorial board stated: "The U.S. has no treaty obligation to come to Kuwait's aid. But the gulf states and most nations still look to Washington for leadership and help in organizing action. President Bush has responded with the right lead--a strong national stand and a strong push for collective diplomacy."

accountThe New York Times reported on August 4, 1990, that Pentagon officials stated more than 60,000 Iraqi troops were massing in southern Kuwait, with some within five to ten miles of the Saudi frontier.

claimU.S. Ambassador to Iraq April Glaspie hinted in a New York Times interview that the United States was surprised that Iraq seized the entirety of Kuwait, suggesting the U.S. expected Iraq to only take the off-shore islands and the disputed oil field.