The Egyptian-Israeli War, also known as the Yom Kippur War, occurred in October 1973 when Egypt and Syria launched a surprise attack on Israel during the Jewish holiday of Yom Kippur. The conflict aimed to regain territories lost during the Six-Day War in 1967, particularly the Sinai Peninsula and the Golan Heights. The war lasted for about three weeks, resulting in significant casualties on both sides. A ceasefire was eventually brokered by the United Nations, leading to subsequent peace negotiations. The conflict had lasting impacts on Middle Eastern politics and set the stage for future peace agreements, including the Camp David Accords.