22 September 1980 Iraqi airstrike on Iran
On 22 September 1980, the Iraqi Air Force launched a surprise airstrike on Iran, marking the beginning of the Iran–Iraq War.
| 22 September 1980 Iraqi airstrike on Iran | |
|---|---|
| Part of Iran–Iraq War | |
Explosion in Mehrabad Air Base in Tehran after Iraqi forces attacked Tehran on September 22, 1980 starting the eight-year Iran-Iraq war. | |
| Type | Military strike |
| Location | |
| Planned by | Mohamed Jessam al-Jeboury |
| Target | Islamic Republic of Iran Air Force |
| Date | 22 September 1980 |
| Executed by | Iraq |
| Outcome | Iraqi operational failure
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