The Iraq and Israel conflict is a complex topic, but it's important to note that Iraq and Israel have not fought a direct full-scale war against each other like Israel has with some of its other neighbors (e.g., Egypt, Syria, Lebanon). However, Iraq has been involved indirectly in several Arab-Israeli conflicts and has had a long history of hostility toward Israel. Here's a brief overview:
ЁЯМН Background of Iraq-Israel Relations
- Iraq and Israel have never had diplomatic relations since Israel was established in 1948.
- Iraq, a majority Arab country, has traditionally supported the Palestinian cause and rejected the legitimacy of Israel.
- Iraq has sent military forces or support during major Arab-Israeli wars.
⚔️ Key Moments of Iraq-Israel Tensions
1. 1948 Arab-Israeli War
- Iraq was one of the Arab countries that sent troops to fight Israel after its declaration of independence.
- Iraqi forces were stationed in the West Bank area and clashed with Israeli forces.
2. 1967 Six-Day War
- Though Iraq was not geographically close to Israel, it sent aircraft and troops to support Egypt and Syria.
- Iraq's role was limited but showed symbolic support for Arab unity against Israel.
3. 1973 Yom Kippur War
- Iraq again sent troops, including a tank division, to help Syria fight against Israel.
- Iraqi forces fought in the Golan Heights against Israeli troops.
4. 1981 – Israel Bombs Iraq's Nuclear Reactor
- Operation Opera: Israel launched a surprise airstrike and destroyed the Osirak nuclear reactor near Baghdad.
- Israel claimed Iraq might develop nuclear weapons that could threaten Israel.
5. 1991 Gulf War
- During the U.S.-led war to liberate Kuwait, Iraq under Saddam Hussein fired 39 Scud missiles at Israel.
- Iraq wanted to provoke Israel into joining the war, hoping to break up the U.S.-Arab alliance.
- Israel did not retaliate, under U.S. pressure.
ЁЯТг Ongoing Hostility
- Iraq still officially does not recognize Israel.
- Pro-Iranian militias in Iraq have launched threats against Israel, especially during recent Middle East tensions.
ЁЯХК️ Peace and Prospects
- While countries like UAE, Bahrain, and Morocco have normalized relations with Israel (Abraham Accords), Iraq remains opposed.
- In 2022, Iraq passed a law criminalizing any attempts to normalize relations with Israel.
Conclusion
The Iraq-Israel conflict is mostly political and indirect, not a direct war. Iraq has taken part in broader Arab conflicts against Israel and remains ideologically and politically opposed to Israeli policies, especially regarding Palestine. However, no formal war between Iraq and Israel has taken place in modern times.
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