The Persian Gulf War in 1991 concluded with the coalition forces liberating Kuwait from Iraqi occupation, which had begun in August 1990. The war was characterized by a large, multinational military response led by the United States, aimed at restoring the sovereignty of Kuwait. Following an intensive aerial bombardment and a swift ground campaign, the coalition successfully pushed Iraqi forces out of Kuwait in February 1991. The war resulted in significant damage to Iraq's infrastructure and military while reinstating Kuwait's independence. However, it also set the stage for ongoing tensions and conflicts in the region.