The primary objective of the American-led invasion of Iraq in 2003 was to eliminate Saddam Hussein's regime, which was accused of possessing weapons of mass destruction (WMDs) and having ties to terrorist organizations. The U.S. and its allies believed that Hussein's removal would lead to greater stability in the Middle East and establish a democratic government in Iraq. However, the lack of evidence for WMDs and the subsequent turmoil that ensued raised significant questions about the invasion's justification and long-term consequences, ultimately leading to ongoing conflict and instability in Iraq.