The outcome of the Persian Gulf War, which took place from 1990 to 1991, was a decisive victory for the coalition forces led by the United States. The war aimed to liberate Kuwait, which had been invaded and occupied by Iraq under Saddam Hussein in August 1990. After several months of sanctions and diplomatic efforts, coalition forces launched Operation Desert Storm in January 1991. The operation quickly overwhelmed Iraqi forces, resulting in Kuwait's liberation by February 1991. However, despite the military victory, Saddam Hussein remained in power, leading to longer-term regional tensions and conflicts.