Question

question 12 (1 point) prior to the us - led invasion of iraq, what goal did the united states and iraq have in common? a) cooperation with turkey to provide humanitarian assistance to the kurds b) weakening saudi arabias hold on middle eastern oil supplies c) containment of the geopolitical ambitions of iran d) promotion of a stable syria

Explanation:

Prior to the US - led invasion of Iraq, both the United States and Iraq had an interest in containing Iran's geopolitical ambitions. Iraq, under Saddam Hussein, had long - standing tensions with Iran due to border disputes, religious differences, and regional power struggles. The United States, due to its own geopolitical interests in the Middle East and concerns about Iran's influence, also sought to contain Iran.

Answer:

C. containment of the geopolitical ambitions of Iran