The Iran-Iraq War was a conflict that took place from 1980 to 1988 between the countries of Iran and Iraq. It was instigated by Iraq under the leadership of Saddam Hussein, who launched an invasion into Iranian territory.
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Saddam Hussein: The President of Iraq during the Iran-Iraq War who ordered the invasion of Iran.
Ayatollah Khomeini: The Supreme Leader of Iran during the war who rallied Iranians to defend their country against Iraq.
Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC): An organization formed by several Arab states in response to the war, aiming to maintain stability in the region.