America Quote by Saddam Hussein
“Controlled Middle East oil, it would control the world. This oil represents 65 percent of world oil reserves. Therefore, America believes if it squashed Iraq, it would control the oil of the Middle East and consequently hold the oil in its hands [and] fix its price the way it likes.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public address, 2002, Iraq
The quote suggests that dominating Middle Eastern oil would give global power and price control.
In simple terms: Control oil to control world and prices.
Recognize geopolitical risks of resource dominance.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- foreign policy
- energy markets
- military interventions
- global trade
- investment decisions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How realistic is total oil control?
- What are the ethical implications of manipulating oil prices?
Assumes oil can be fully controlled, ignoring market complexity and alternative sources.