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Iran–Iraq War

Took place on September 22, 1980

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The 47th anniversary falls on September 22, 2027, in 353 days.

The Iran–Iraq War, also called the First Imposed War, Eight-Year War, or Sacred Defense by Iran, began with the Iraqi invasion of Iran in September 1980. After eight years of conflict, both countries accepted a ceasefire deal brokered by the United Nations, which became effective in August 1988.

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