Ceasefire Day is observed in Iraq every August 8 to commemorate the end of the Iran-Iraq War, marked by the implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 598 in 1988. This observance reflects on the historical context of the war, which began with Iraq's invasion of Iran on September 22, 1980, amid concerns from Saddam Hussein about potential uprisings from Iraq's Shia majority. The war, characterized by limited progress for Iraq and significant Iranian resistance, culminated in a series of Iraqi offensives in 1988 that ultimately led to the ceasefire. On this day, Iraqis remember the cessation of hostilities and the toll of the conflict, which lasted nearly eight years. Ceasefire Day serves as a poignant reminder of the struggles faced during the war and the desire for peace in the region.