# Final Roman–Sasanian War Begins (602)

URL: https://roman-history.com/timeline/602-final-roman-sasanian-war-begins
Location: Eastern Mediterranean
Categories: battle

Khosrow II invaded after Maurice was overthrown and killed by Phocas.

## Why it matters
The exhausting war destabilized both empires immediately before the Arab conquests.

Ruler at the time: [Maurice](https://roman-history.com/rulers/maurice)