4. What additional factors led to the destabilization of the Mid: How did Article 13 of the Iraqi Interim Constitution of 1970 allow Saddam Hussein to increase domestic support?

Question

How did Article 13 of the Iraqi Interim Constitution of 1970 allow Saddam Hussein to increase domestic support?

Lewis Gant 45m3 · Accepted Answer

It gave the state control over key industries, which Saddam used to nationalise the oil industry in 1972. This popular anti-imperialist policy boosted state revenue, enabling Saddam to reward loyalists, fund security forces, and strengthen his regime's support.