Asked by Kylie Breece on Jun 14, 2024

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Which of the following caused the international community to condemn the United States?

A) Revelations of abuse and torture of prisoners by American guards at Abu Ghraib prison
B) The U.S. invasion of Afghanistan after the attacks of September 11, 2001
C) The U.S. decision to impose a constitution on Iraq without consulting with the Iraqi people
D) Revelations that the intelligence community in the United States knew that an attack on the World Trade Center was imminent, yet had done nothing to prevent it

Abu Ghraib Prison

A detention facility near Baghdad, Iraq, that became notorious for the abuse and torture of prisoners by American military personnel in 2004.

Abuse and Torture

Unjust practices involving the infliction of severe pain or suffering, physical or psychological, often by those in positions of power, against individuals.

International Community

A collective term for all countries and their governments, often used in the context of diplomatic relations and global issues.

  • Conduct a thorough assessment of the efficacy of United States military approaches and actions in the Middle East.
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Jordan SmithJun 17, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The revelations of abuse and torture of prisoners by American guards at Abu Ghraib prison were widely condemned by the international community and harmed the reputation of the United States around the world.