The Iran–Iraq War lasted eight years and caused enormous destruction in both countries

Added: 2026-05-23

[00:00:00]The Iran-Iraq War lasted eight years and caused enormous destruction in both countries. Millions of soldiers and civilians were injured or killed.

[00:00:07]Chemical weapons and missile attacks increased suffering during the conflict.

[00:00:11]The war damaged economies, destroyed cities, and created long-lasting political tensions that affected the Middle East for decades afterward.