In 1991, American forces initiated Operation 'Provide Comfort' to protect Iraqi Kurds from the oppressive regime of Saddam Hussein, leading to a significant humanitarian intervention that still sparks debate over its legality and motives.
The concept of humanitarian intervention has evolved, with the 'responsibility to protect' emerging as a standard in 2005, advocating for international action in cases of severe human rights violations.
Historically, military interventions have been justified on humanitarian grounds, yet the true intentions often reflect strategic interests, raising questions about selectivity and the impact on global stability.
