UN Security Council Resolution 598, Iran / Iraq

Published July 20, 1987

The resolution calls for a cease-fire in the Iran-Iraq War. While this resolution was rejected by both sides, it ultimately formed the basis of the cease-fire which took effect in 1990.

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UN Security Council Resolution 598, Iran / Iraq

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