The Issue of Ending the Iraq-Iran War in U.S.-Soviet Relations 1987-1988: A Historical Study in Light of U.S. Documents

Abstract

The research discusses the efforts of the United States and the Soviet Union to end the Iraq-Iran war after its escalation in the recent years of its events, which affected global oil supplies and the interests of both countries in the region. The first of these efforts began when the United Nations Security Council issued Resolution 598 in 1987, which called for a ceasefire between Iraq and Iran. However, Iran did not comply with the international resolution, prompting the United States to intensify its talks with the Soviet Union.

The issue of ending the war was discussed in their bilateral meetings and presidential summits held in Washington and Moscow. Ultimately, Iran succumbed to the efforts of the two superpowers and agreed to a ceasefire, leading to the end of the war.