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August 25, 1981

Transcript of a Meeting between Saddam Hussein and the General Command of the Armed Forces talking about Islamic History and the Situation around al‐Huwayzah

This file contains Pages 102‐112 and 130‐140 of the original 140 page document. The written information considered conversations between Saddam and the High leaders of the Army, talking, suggesting, discussing and  revising the histories of early Islamic battles and their heroes, warriors and commanders. They also discuss the situation around al‐Huwayzah, as well as other various battle‐related issues. There is a military cooperative situation between Iraq and Jordan, with vague references to a possible transfer of funds or arms transfer, that is also mentioned. The purchase of foreign currency, specifically French francs, is also briefly discussed.

February 19, 1991

The Chancellor’s [Helmut Kohl's] Telephone Conversation with French President Mitterrand, Tuesday, 19 February 1991, 11.30 - 11.40 hours

Kohl reports on his meeting with Iran's Foreign Minister Velayati and the latter's meeting with Iraq's Foreign Minister Aziz. Kohl and Mitterrand discuss Iran's plans for the country's return on the world stage after the end of the Gulf War.

February 20, 1991

The Chancellor’s [Helmut Kohl's] Telephone Conversation with U.S. President Bush on 18 February 1991

Kohl and Bush discuss the Gulf War. Kohl reports on his meeting with Iran's Foreign Minister Velayati and his recent telephone conversation with Gorbachev.

November 22, 1990

The Chancellor's [Helmut Kohl's] Breakfast Meeting with President Mitterrand on Wednesday, 21 November 1990 in Paris for the Occasion of the CSCE Summit

Kohl and Mitterrand assess the relevance of the Paris CSCE Summit and the situation in the Gulf, especially UN resolutions on Iraq and the potential use of force under a UN mandate.

October 31, 1990

The Chancellor's [Helmut Kohl's] Telephone Conversation with Mr. Willy Brandt on Wednesday, 31 October 1990

Brandt agrees to Kohl's request to serve as a mediator and interlocutor for the Iraqi side in an effort to achieve the release of hostages in Iraq.