Byzantine-Sasanian War (602-628)

614 CE · military

In the early 7th century CE, a long and exhausting war took place between Sasanian Iran and the Eastern Roman (Byzantine) Empire.

Around 614, the Sasanians made significant advances, achieving successes in the eastern provinces. This conflict, which lasted for years, greatly exhausted both states militarily and economically. This weakening was an important factor in the success of the Islamic conquests that began shortly afterward.

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What was Byzantine-Sasanian War (602-628)?
In the early 7th century CE, a long and exhausting war took place between Sasanian Iran and the Eastern Roman (Byzantine) Empire.
When did Byzantine-Sasanian War (602-628) happen?
614 CE