Prisoners of War in the Iran-Iraq Conflict

Course of the war:

The Iran-Iraq war began on September 22, 1980, when Iraq invaded Iran, launching a surprise attack on the border city of Khorramshahr. The war quickly escalated into a brutal conflict, characterized by trench warfare, chemical weapons attacks, and massive casualties on both sides. The war saw several key battles, including the Battle of Dezful, the Siege of Abadan, and the Battle of Basra, which resulted in heavy casualties and destruction. Despite initial gains by the Iraqi forces, Iran managed to repel the invasion and launched counter-offensives that pushed Iraqi forces back. The war was marked by a stalemate, with neither side able to achieve a decisive victory. The conflict dragged on for eight years, resulting in a devastating toll on both countries, with estimates of over one million casualties.