News Iraq War Sanctions: Tracing Money and Oil

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Start date Jun 15, 2010
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The discussion centers on the impact of sanctions leading up to the Iraq War, specifically focusing on corruption within the oil-for-food program. Participants are seeking credible sources that detail the financial mismanagement and corruption associated with the program, as well as information on the destinations of Iraqi oil. A specific source is mentioned, a 32-page document from fas.org that outlines these issues, highlighting the extent of corruption that occurred. The emotional response to the findings indicates a strong sentiment regarding the injustices involved in the program.

Jun 15, 2010

Cyrus

Im having a discussion with someone about sanctions leading up to the war in Iraq. I was wondering if anyone could give me a source which shows where the money went in that program (corruption), and what country the Iraqi oil went to.

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Jun 15, 2010

DavidSnider

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www.fas.org/sgp/crs/mideast/RL30472.pdf

Jun 15, 2010

Cyrus

Thanks 32 pages Dave!

Jun 15, 2010

nismaratwork

Wow, that is incredibly corrupt, I couldn't read it all without getting pissed off.

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