Alarmed by these actions, President Hosni Mubarak of Egypt initiated negotiations between Iraq and Kuwait in an effort to avoid intervention by the United States or other powers from outside the Gulf region. Hussein broke off the negotiations after only two hours, and on August 2, 1990 ordered the invasion of Kuwait.
1 If your Sympathy Letter concerns a death, be sure to mention the deceased's name and the circumstances that caused the loss of life. 2  Be honest; don't hesitate to use the word death or note the actual cause of death. 3  Share your personal sadness.
If youâre not sure exactly what to say or want a universal message we recommend you start with the General Sympathy Card Messages. Alternatively if you want to write your own message but donât know where to start and would like some help or ideas then try our Sympathy Card Message Writing Tips.