The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict:
Originating in the late nineteenth century, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict gained international attention.
In 1947, the United Nations introduced Resolution 181, dividing the British Mandate of Palestine into Arab and Jewish states.
The State of Israel was established on May 14, 1948, triggering the first Arab-Israeli War.
Israel emerged victorious in the war but led to the displacement of 750,000 Palestinians.
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Tensions and Wars:
Subsequent years saw tensions between Israel and neighboring countries, including Egypt, Jordan, and Syria.
The Six-Day War of 1967 resulted in Israel gaining control over various territories.
The Yom Kippur War or October War occurred in 1973, leading to the Camp David Accords in 1979.
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Palestinian Struggle and Peace Efforts:
The question of Palestinian self-determination persisted even after the Camp David Accords.
The first intifada took place in 1987, leading to the Oslo Accords in 1993.
The Oslo II Accords expanded on the initial agreement and mandated Israel's withdrawal from specific areas.
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Intifadas and Ongoing Struggles:
The second intifada began in 2000, marked by Palestinian resistance against Israeli control.
Israel constructed a barrier wall around the West Bank in 2002.
Attempts to revive the peace process in the West Bank were disrupted by internal Palestinian factions.
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Recent Developments and Ongoing Tensions:
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Clashes in 2014 led to a military confrontation between Israel and Hamas.
The Trump administration pursued an Israeli-Palestinian deal but made controversial decisions.
The UAE and Bahrain normalized relations with Israel through the Abraham Accords in 2020.
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Escalation and Violence (2021):
Eviction rulings in East Jerusalem sparked protests and clashes in 2021.
Violence erupted at the al-Aqsa Mosque compound, followed by a Hamas rocket attack on Israel.
A cease-fire was brokered, resulting in casualties and displacement
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Concerns and Recent Developments (2022-2023):
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Concerns persist over the possibility of further escalation and a third intifada.
The Israeli government's composition raised concerns over settlements and a two-state solution.
Violence continued in 2022 and 2023, with clashes and escalations between Israelis and Palestinians.