The Yom Kippur War, also known as the October War, was a conflict fought between Israel and a coalition of Arab states led by Egypt and Syria in October 1973. The war started on the holiest day in the Jewish calendar, Yom Kippur, when Egypt and Syria launched a surprise attack on Israeli forces in the Sinai Peninsula and Golan Heights. Despite initial setbacks, Israel ultimately emerged victorious, but at a high cost in terms of casualties and resources. The war had far-reaching political consequences, leading to increased tensions in the Middle East and shaping future negotiations for peace in the region.
