War of Attrition between Egypt and Israel begins

The War of Attrition, which began in early 1969, marked a significant phase in the ongoing conflict between Egypt and Israel, primarily taking place along the Suez Canal. This conflict was characterized by a series of military engagements aimed at exhausting the opposing forces through continuous attacks and counterattacks. The Egyptian military initiated the conflict with repeated shelling of Israeli positions, prompting Israel to respond with deep airstrikes into Egyptian territory. The war was not a conventional battle but rather a prolonged struggle that sought to wear down the enemy's resources and morale. Lasting until 1970, the War of Attrition resulted in substantial casualties and destruction on both sides, further entrenching the hostilities that had escalated following the Six-Day War in 1967. The conflict underscored the unresolved tensions in the region and set the stage for future negotiations and military confrontations between Egypt and Israel.