Saddam Hussein ↔ 2003 US-led invasion of Iraq

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Saddam Hussein was the leader whose regime was overthrown by the 2003 US-led invasion of Iraq, as detailed in [1], [2], [3], and [4]. This event also marked the end of the U.S. policy of dual containment regarding his Iraq [5] and facilitated the return of groups like the Badr Organization [6].

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After Khamenei: Regional Reckoning and the Future of Iran's Proxy ... stimson.org Stimson Center 2 facts

claimThe 'Axis of Resistance' proxy network was initially boosted by the 2003 U.S. invasion of Iraq, which overthrew the regime of Saddam Hussein.

accountThe 'Axis of Resistance' proxy network was initially strengthened by the 2003 U.S. invasion of Iraq, which resulted in the overthrow of Saddam Hussein.

Iran at a Historical Crossroads - E-International Relations e-ir.info E-International Relations 1 fact

claimThe 2003 US invasion toppled Saddam Hussein's regime, which had become brittle by that time.

Iran's Islamist Proxies in the Middle East - Wilson Center wilsoncenter.org Ashley Lane · Wilson Center 1 fact

accountThe Badr Organization, a Shiite militia, was based in Iran during the rule of Saddam Hussein and returned to Iraq following the 2003 U.S. invasion.