Shana - Photo Group: Iraq had begun the war with the assumption that it would capture Tehran within three days, but after three years of war, Iraqi forces remained behind Iran's borders. Therefore, Iraq prioritized attacks on oil fields, including those in the Persian Gulf, to cut what it perceived as Iran's economic lifeline. It wasn't long before offshore oil platforms became targets for Iraqi bombers. After the attack on the oil wells in the Bahregan area, the Nowruz oil field also came under Iraqi attacks. On January 23, 1982, well number 4 of the Nowruz field was targeted, and on January 26 of the same year, well number 3 was hit by missiles. The level of destruction was such that all that remained at these wells was oil leaking from their safety valves. The intensity of the fire was so great that divers would go underwater from a distance of 200 meters to reach the eruption site. At the same time, Iraqi aircraft were flying in the region's skies, threatening the containment operations. Eventually, the containment operation for well number 5 was successfully completed on May 3, and well number 6 on September 11, 1985. During the containment operations, several of these brave men were martyred.
Controlling the Fires of Nowruz Oil Wells During the Sacred Defense
The article discusses Iraq's attacks on Iran's oil fields during the Iran-Iraq War, particularly focusing on the Nowruz oil wells. Despite initial expectations of a quick victory, Iraqi forces struggled to penetrate Iranian territory, leading to targeted assaults on Iran's economic resources. The successful containment of fires at these wells, despite significant risks, highlights the resilience of Iranian forces during the conflict.
👥 Key Players
📰 What Happened
During the Iran-Iraq War, Iraq launched attacks on Iran's Nowruz oil wells, aiming to cripple Iran's economy. Despite significant damage and risks, Iranian forces successfully contained the fires at these wells over several years.
- Iraq targeted the Nowruz oil field as part of its strategy to undermine Iran's economic resources during the war.
- Containment operations for the oil wells took several years and involved significant risks to Iranian personnel.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
The Iran-Iraq War was a prolonged conflict that significantly impacted both countries' economies and regional dynamics. Iraq aimed to assert dominance over Iran, leading to targeted attacks on critical infrastructure.
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