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1948–2023: 7 major wars between Israel and Palestine

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1948:

The Arab-Israeli War or the War of Independence began with the declaration of the State of Israel, leading to a conflict with neighboring Arab states

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1956:

The Suez Crisis resulted in Israeli forces occupying the Gaza Strip and Sinai Peninsula.
 

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1967:

The Six-Day War led to Israel's occupation of the West Bank, Gaza Strip, and East Jerusalem, among other territories.
 

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1987-1993:

The First Intifada, a Palestinian uprising against Israeli occupation in the West Bank and Gaza Strip, began.
 

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2000-2005:

The Second Intifada, also known as the Al-Aqsa Intifada, saw a prolonged period of violence, including suicide bombings and Israeli military operations.
 

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2014:

The Gaza War, or Operation Protective Edge, took place, resulting in significant casualties and damage in the Gaza Strip.
 

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2023:

On October 7, 2023, Palestinian militant factions, primarily led by Hamas, initiated a significant offensive and incursion into Israel from the Gaza Strip.


 

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