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.
Tips on Writing a Sympathy Card. Sympathy Cards are simple but meaningful ways to show your concern and let someone know you are thinking of them during their time of sorrow. A few simple points of combining Sympathy Cards with funeral etiquette should be considered when wishing someone well during this difficult time.