"Conflict in the Middle East: The Iraq-Iran War and its Lasting Impact"

The Iraq-Iran War, which lasted from 1980 to 1988, was a devastating conflict that had a profound impact on the Middle East and beyond. Fought between two neighboring countries with long-standing historical and religious tensions, the war resulted in the deaths of hundreds of thousands of people and left both nations with lasting scars.

This conflict had far-reaching consequences, including changes in the political and economic landscape of the region, the rise of sectarianism, and the emergence of new regional powers. The war also drew in international actors, including the United States and other Western powers, as well as neighboring Arab states.

This title explores the causes, course, and consequences of the Iraq-Iran War, examining the factors that led to its outbreak, the strategies employed by both sides, and the impact it had on the people of the region. It also looks at the broader geopolitical implications of the conflict, and how it continues to shape regional dynamics to this day.