2020
Describe the concept of Pre-Emptive Self-Defense in the context of International Law and critically evaluate the legitimacy of US use of force against Iraq.
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Debate #86 · Middle East, Iran and the Muslim world
Was the US invasion of Iraq lawful pre-emptive self-defence or strategic aggression?
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Examiners want: Pre-emption doctrine under international law, stated versus real motives such as oil, regional consequences, both sides, future US policy options
The questions
2018
Describe the concept of Pre-Emptive Self-Defence in the context of International Law and critically evaluate the legitimacy of US use of force against Iraq.
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2009
The attack on Iraq by USA was an attempt to control oil resources of the area and redraw the map of Middle East. Having failed to achieve both objectives, what policy options would be required by USA towards Middle East for peaceful relations?
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2008
American intervention in IRAQ has badly deteriorated the peace process in the Middle East. Discuss.
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2006
US accusations against North Korea, Syria and Iran are meant to bring them within the purview of the doctrine of pre-emptive war. Discuss.
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