Kuwait, Call of Duty and Saddam Hussein

Saddam Hussein Imagery in 'Call of Duty' Triggers Ban in Kuwait
The video game is set to release worldwide on Friday. However, it comes as Kuwait still wrestles with memories of the Gulf War.
Kuwait bans 'Call of Duty: Black Ops 6' video game, likely over it featuring Saddam Hussein in 1990s
The tiny Mideast nation of Kuwait has banned the release of the video game “Call of Duty: Black Ops 6,” which features the late Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein and is set in part in the 1990s Gulf War
Why is Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 banned in Kuwait?
Confirming the ban, Call of Duty developer Activision said that Black Ops 6 has not been approved for release in Kuwait. The company said that it will not be available for release in the region and all pre-orders in Kuwait will be cancelled and refunds will be issued to the original point of purchase.
Kuwait bans ‘Call of Duty: Black Ops 6’ game featuring Saddam Hussein, Iraqi invasion, ahead of tomorrow's release (VIDEO)
It has been confirmed that the long-awaited Call of Duty: Black Ops 6-ame which is due to release tomorrow — will not be available in Kuwait. Kuwaiti authorities blocked the release of the popular first-person shooter game days before its global launch,
Report: Black Ops 6 Kuwait Ban Reason Mentions Saddam Hussein Portrayed in a “Heroic Image” and More
Reasons for banning Black Ops 6 in Kuwait revealed, including concerns over the Gulf War, burning oil wells, and sensitive portrayals.
Call of Duty: Kuwait withdraws approval for popular video game which features Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein
The Call of Duty franchise is no stranger to controversy and in a 2009 entry into the series, players could take part in a militant attack on a Russian airport - killing civilians.
Kuwait Bans 'Call of Duty: Black Ops 6' Over Gulf War Depictions
Black Ops 6' due to its depiction of the late Saddam Hussein and the 1990s Gulf War. The game, crucial to Microsoft's Activision, presents historical and cultural challenges, affecting memories of Iraq's invasion.
Call of Duty: Kuwait bans new instalment featuring Saddam Hussein
Gaming enthusiasts were notified that their preorders would be refunded days ahead of the release of Black Ops 6 after it was not approved for release in the Gulf country
Kuwait bans release of ‘Call of Duty: Black Ops 6’ video game
Black Ops 6’ video game - Images of Saddam Hussein and Iraq’s old three-star flag could be seen in footage of the game
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Prestige System Features Throwbacks to Old Call of Duty Games
Call of Duty Black Ops 6 is bringing back the Prestige system with a wide array of throwback emblems familiar to seasoned fans.
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Country duo The War and Treaty talk about military ties, playing concerts for service members
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Joel Kinnaman Series ‘Debriefing The President’ Racks Up Sales: Drama Follows CIA Operative Who Interrogates Saddam Hussein
EXCLUSIVE: Debriefing The President , the series based on John Nixon’s revealing book of the same name, has sold to a raft of ...
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Exclusive interview with Saddam Hussein: Why have you turned against us?
Mail on Sunday columnist and MP George Galloway, one of the few defenders of the Iraqi regime, has been labelled an apologist for Saddam Hussein - but it is indisputable that he possesses unique ...