b) Coalition Provisional Authority

The Coalition Provisional Authority (CPA), led by Paul Bremer, was established to govern Iraq following the 2003 invasion. The CPA was responsible for the reconstruction and management of Iraq’s civil and government infrastructure. Its policies, including the disbanding of the Iraqi army and de-Baathification, had profound impacts on the stability of Iraq and the region. The CPA’s tenure was marked by significant challenges, including widespread violence and the rise of insurgent groups.