What was the name of the U.S. military operation involving the invasion of Kuwait by Iraq in 1990?

The U.S. military operation involving the invasion of Kuwait by Iraq in 1990 is known as Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm. This operation was initiated in response to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait in August 1990.

Desert Shield was the code name for the buildup of coalition forces in Saudi Arabia to protect it from potential Iraqi aggression and to prepare for the liberation of Kuwait. Shortly after, Desert Storm commenced in January 1991, which was the phase of combat that aimed to expel Iraqi forces from Kuwait. This operation marked a significant moment in military history, showcasing a large-scale multinational effort to respond to aggression.

The other choices, while they refer to different military operations, do not pertain to the invasion of Kuwait in 1990. Operation Enduring Freedom focused on counterterrorism efforts, particularly in Afghanistan post-9/11. Operation Iraqi Freedom was the U.S.-led invasion of Iraq in 2003, and Operation Shock and Awe was a strategy used during the initial stages of that conflict.