Iraq Invasion of Iran (1980)

Iraq Invasion of Iran was a full-scale invasion by Iraq against Iran which was launched on 22 September and lasted until 7 December 1980. Finally, Iranian resistance led to stall of Iraq's invasion. However, Iraq could capture more than 15000 Km2 of Iran's territory. Iraq took a defensive position since then. This invasion led to eight years war between Iran and Iraq.

Iraq Invasion of Iran (1980)

Iraq Invasion of Iran was a full-scale invasion by Iraq against Iran which was launched on 22 September and lasted until 7 December 1980. Finally, Iranian resistance led to stall of Iraq's invasion. However, Iraq could capture more than 15000 Km2 of Iran's territory. Iraq took a defensive position since then. This invasion led to eight years war between Iran and Iraq.