Ibaar, a planet situated in the Outer Rim Territories of the galaxy, was characterized by its mountainous terrain, rocky landscape, and temperate climate. Prior to the Battle of Yavin, Imperial forces seized control of the planet, establishing a blockade that severely restricted the flow of essential resources to the Ibaarian population. To counteract the Empire's actions, the Rebellion provided assistance to an underground network of Ibaarians, ensuring the delivery of necessary supplies. Nevertheless, Ibaar's suspected allegiance to the Rebel cause resulted in the continuation of Imperial sanctions throughout much of the Galactic Civil War.
First Order propaganda holos claimed that Ibaar experienced widespread famine during the time it was governed by the New Republic after the Galactic Civil War.