The Iran-Iraq War

Keen to learn but short on time? Get to grips with the events of the Iran-Iraq
War in next to no time with this concise guide.

50Minutes.com provides a clear and engaging analysis of the Iran-Iraq War. On
22 September 1980, Saddam Hussein attacked the Shatt al-Arab with the aim of
annexing territories around it. This marked the start of a protracted war
between Iraq and Iran. After eight years of hostilities that included the
controversial use of chemical weapons, the war finally came to an end, with
neither side achieving significant gains and both suffering a devastating
number of casualties.

In just 50 minutes you will:
•Understand the political and social context of the war and the reasons behind
the first attack
•Identify the main leaders of Iran and Iraq and their role in the conflict
•Analyse the outcome of the war and its impact on the futures of Iran, Iraq
and the countries that supported them

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