This study examines why Saddam Hussein pursued nuclear weapons and,
as a basic aspect of that question, how he might have employed that
capability had he acquired it, whether for deterrence, warfighting,
or something else. As the key decision maker in Iraq, Saddam's own
thinking was central. His perception of regional threats, primarily
from Iran and Israel, were a prime motivator. In addition, Saddam
viewed acquiring nuclear weapons as a potent vehicle to help
legitimize his regime and burnish his personal image as leader both
at home and in the Arab World, as a modernizer and defender of
national interests. A better understanding of the Iraqi case can
also clarify the enduring issues related to how regional leaders
may view nuclear weapons in this world of looming proliferation.
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