Issue 147 - 07 Oct 1980
Iraqi President Saddam Hussein thought Iran would be an easy military target. He has so far been proved wrong, although his forces have evidently had the upper hand in the conflict. But Iran shows no sign of admitting defeat, and unless Hussein can emerge as a clear victor his own position at home must be in serious danger. Meanwhile, no resolution of the conflict is in sight.
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