Before Taking Side between Israel -Palestine Conflict Have a look to their History Overview

Before I Start Giving History of this Conflict ,I Condemn the Hamas Terrorist act on Israel . We cannot support any terrorist Group who uses violence for their cause. The Israel-Palestine conflict is a multifaceted and deeply rooted geopolitical issue that has it’s root goes back to the U.K Colonial Interest in Arab , Holocaust and there many historical decision . This post aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the history of this conflict, shedding light on the key events, external factors, and organizations that have played significant roles in the ongoing tension between Israelis and Palestinians.

Ancient History: The historical connection between Jews and the region of Palestine dates back thousands of years, with biblical accounts mentioning the establishment of the Kingdom of Israel and the subsequent exile of the Jewish people.

Emergency Of Zionism:

Zionism emerged in response to growing anti-Semitism in Europe and the desire of Jewish people to have a homeland where they could live freely and without persecution. The movement took its name from Mount Zion in Jerusalem, a symbol of Jerusalem and the Land of Israel in Jewish tradition. Theodor Herzl, an Austrian journalist, and writer, is often considered the father of modern political Zionism. In 1896, he published a book titled "The Jewish State," in which he argued for the establishment of a Jewish homeland. Herzl convened the First Zionist Congress in Basel, Switzerland, in 1897, where the World Zionist Organization was founded.

First Aliyah (1882-1903): In the late 19th century, Jewish immigration to Palestine increased as part of the Zionist movement, which sought to establish a homeland for Jewish people in Palestine, then under Ottoman rule. Around 35000 people move to Ottoman Empire and settled around agriculture .

Skypes-Picot Agreement (1916) : A secret treaty signed between U.K and France to divide and define the control of Palestine land after the end of War .

Balfour Declaration (1917): During World War I, the British government issued the Balfour Declaration, which expressed support for "the establishment in Palestine of a national home for the Jewish people." , but it had also Promised Arab’s to Protect their Rights to Gain support against Ottoman Empire.

British Mandate (1920-1948): After World War I, the League of Nations granted Britain a mandate to govern Palestine. Jewish immigration continued, leading to increasing tensions between Jewish and Arab communities.

UN Partition Plan (1947): Amidst the turmoil of post-World War II Europe, the United Nations proposed a partition plan for Palestine, which recommended the establishment of separate Jewish and Arab states, with Jerusalem as an international city. Jewish leaders accepted the plan, but Arab leaders rejected it, leading to the outbreak of violence.

1948 Arab-Israeli War: Following the declaration of the State of Israel in 1948, neighboring Arab states, including Egypt, Jordan, and Syria, invaded, resulting in a war that ended in 1949 with armistice agreements (temporary agreement to cease military operations, while a peace treaty is a binding contract that officially ends a war). This conflict led to significant displacement of Palestinian Arabs, creating a refugee crisis.

Arab Wars and Terrorist Organizations: Throughout the decades, several Arab-Israeli wars, such as the Suez Crisis in 1956 and the Yom Kippur War in 1973, further escalated the conflict. Additionally, Palestinian terrorist organizations like the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO), Hamas, and Hezbollah emerged as influential players, conducting attacks against Israel and contributing to the cycle of violence.

1967 Six-Day War: In 1967, Israel launched a preemptive strike against its Arab neighbors, capturing the West Bank, Gaza Strip, and East Jerusalem. This war further complicated the territorial disputes.

Peace Process and Oslo Accords (1990s): Efforts to resolve the conflict led to the Oslo Accords, signed in the 1990s, which aimed to establish a framework for Palestinian self-governance in parts of the West Bank and Gaza.

Continued Conflict: Despite peace negotiations and intermittent ceasefires, the Israel-Palestine conflict has persisted. Issues such as settlements, borders, refugees, security, and the status of Jerusalem remain contentious.

Recent Developments: Recent years have seen periodic outbreaks of violence, including the 2014 Gaza War and clashes in East Jerusalem in 2021. Political dynamics within Israel and Palestinian territories also continue to evolve.

Current Situation: Recent attack of Hamas on Israel is Great example how deadly is this , it has given right to Israel to do what it can do in Gaza which has started deadly cycle .

Conclusion: The Israel-Palestine conflict is a multifaceted issue deeply rooted in historical, political, and religious complexities. This post offers a broad overview of its history, including the role of Arab wars and terrorist organizations. Understanding this history is essential for anyone interested in engaging with the ongoing efforts to address this enduring conflict.

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