The 9/11 Attacks Explained: US History Review (1/2)

The video explores the root causes and aftermath of the 9/11 attacks, tracing back to the Cold War and the Soviet-Afghan War. It discusses the rise of the Taliban and Al Qaeda, the impact of the Persian Gulf War, and the U.S. military presence in Saudi Arabia. The 9/11 attacks are detailed, along with the U.S. response under the Bush Doctrine, leading to wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.

What were the root causes of the 9/11 attacks as discussed in the text?

Who was the mastermind behind the 9/11 attacks and what was his background?

What role did the Mujahideen play during the Cold War according to the text?

How did the United States support the Mujahideen in Afghanistan?

What were the consequences of the Soviet Union's involvement in Afghanistan?

What were the implications of the Taliban's control over Afghanistan for Osama bin Laden?

How did the perception of freedom influence the motivations behind the 9/11 attacks?

What was Osama bin Laden's view on the presence of U.S. troops in Saudi Arabia?

What was the Bush doctrine and how did it relate to the 9/11 attacks?

Discuss the reasons given for the U.S. invasion of Iraq post-9/11.