The Gulf war of the year of 1990 provides great insights about the interpretations of The Yacoubian Building. The causes of the number of deaths can make the readers understand the war-situation and the fear in the hearts of the inhabitants of the Gulf countries. The aspect of anarchy and terrorism has been evident because of the ways in which women had been treated. The evil intentions of the individuals in power is also evident because of the violent behavior in most situations of personal and social life.