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
Kuwait withdraws approval for Call of Duty game which features Saddam Hussein
Kuwait has withdrawn approval for the popular video game Call of Duty, which features the appearance of the late Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein.The Middle East nation has not acknowledged the effective banning of the game - which is a key offering of Microsoft-owned developer Activision and is due to be released on Friday.
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.
Kuwait blocks Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 release, pre-orders canceled
Black Ops 6 in the country. Gamers who bought the game via pre-orders have had their orders canceled and their purchases refunded. The decision is linked to the game’s Gulf War elements involving Kuwait in the early 1990s.
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
Call of Duty Banned: Black Ops 6 removed from sale just before launch
Black Ops 6 has been banned from sale in Kuwait just days before launch for its depiction of real-world conflict.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Banned in Kuwait Days Before Launch: Here’s Why
Black Ops 6’s worldwide release will not proceed in Kuwait, as local authorities have canceled the game’s impending launch.
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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Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Stops Sales and Offers Refunds in One Region
Black Ops 6 will be unavailable in one region, with refunds being offered to fans who had already pre-ordered.
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Kuwait Blocks Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Release, Activision Cancels All Preorders and Offers Refunds
Authorities in Kuwait have blocked the release of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 just days before it was due to launch. Black Ops 6 was set to hit store shelves globally on October 25, including in ...