The Gulf War By comealongpond Aug 2, 1990 Iraq invades Kuwait Aug 2, 1990 UN Resolution 660 is introduced condemning the invasion is introduced condemning the invasion Period: Aug 2, 1990 to Feb 28, 1991 The Gulf War Aug 6, 1990 UN Resolution 661 is introduced imposing economic sanctions on Iraq Nov 29, 1990 UN Resolution 678 authorsises the use of 'all means necessary' to expell the Iraqi presence in Kuwait Jan 17, 1991 Operation Desert Strom begins Feb 24, 1991 Allied ground forces attack Feb 26, 1991 President Hussein announces the withdrawal of Iraqi troops from Kuwait Feb 28, 1991 President Bush announces a ceasefire and Kuwait is liberated