Israel Palestine conflict
These are just a few of the many important events that have taken place in the Israel-Palestine conflict over the past 70 years. The conflict is complex and multifaceted, and there is no easy solution. However, it is important to understand the history of the conflict in order to work towards a peaceful resolution
Creation of the State of Israel
The modern State of Israel is established, following a UN resolution to partition the British Mandate of Palestine into two states, one Jewish and one Arab. Over 700,000 Palestinians flee or are expelled from their homes during the Nakba, or "catastrophe."
Six-Day War
Israel captures the West Bank, Gaza Strip, East Jerusalem, the Golan Heights, and the Sinai Peninsula from Egypt, Syria, and Jordan. The war marks a major turning point in the conflict, with Israel now in control of most of the territory that was once part of the British Mandate of Palestine.
Israel and Palestinians sign Oslo Accords
The Oslo Accords are a series of agreements signed between Israel and the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) in an effort to resolve the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The accords establish the Palestinian Authority, a self-governing body for Palestinians in the West Bank and Gaza Strip.
Second Intifada begins
The Second Intifada is a Palestinian uprising against Israeli occupation. The uprising is characterized by widespread violence, including suicide bombings and Israeli military raids.
Israel withdraws from Gaza Strip
Israel withdraws all of its troops and settlers from the Gaza Strip, but continues to control its borders, airspace, and maritime waters.
Israel and Hamas fight 50-day war in Gaza
Israel and Hamas fight a 50-day war in the Gaza Strip, resulting in the deaths of over 2,000 Palestinians and 70 Israelis. The war ends with a ceasefire, but the underlying tensions between Israel and Hamas remain unresolved.
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