The Persian Gulf and the U.S. Naval Presence: Issues for Congress (CRS Report for Congress)
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| Release Date |
Aug. 3, 1987 |
| Report Number |
IB87145 |
| Authors |
Ellen C. Collier, Paul E. Gallis, Stuart D. Goldman, Clyde R. Mark, Ronald O'Rourke, and Richard M. Preece, Foreign Affairs and National Defense Division |
| Source Agency |
Congressional Research Service |
Summary:
The May 17 Iraqi missile attack on the U.S. frigate Stark and the July 24 mine attach on the reflagged Kuwaiti oil tanker Bridgeton have heightened congressional concern regarding the U.S. naval presence in the Persian Gulf and the Administration's plan to reflag and provide protection for 11 Kuwaiti oil tankers. The issues for Congress include: Is the Administration's plan to reflag and protect the Kuwaiti tankers prudent? What is Congress' role in managing the U.S. presence in the Gulf? What is the risk that the plan to protect the reflagged ships will lead to escalation or direct U.S. participation in the Iran-Iraq war? To what extent can and should U.S. allies and friendly Persian Gulf states share the burden of protecting the reflagged ships?
