Arab-Israel Conflict

Arab-Israel Conflict

May 15, 1948

The Arab-Israel Conflict that began in 1948 has continued through the years. Egypt and Israel signed a peace agreement, but unrest among Palestinian Arabs in Israel remained a major problem - Human Legacy

Six Day War

Jun 5, 1967

Israel took control of the Golan Heights, Sinai Peninsula, Gaza Strip, West Bank and East Jerusalem.- Human Legacy

Yom Kippur War

Oct 6, 1973

Yom Kippur War was a surprise attack against Israel. The war takes its name from the Jewish holy day when the attack began.- Human Legacy

Camp David Accords

Sep 17, 1978

Sadat and Begin reached an agreement. Egypt recognized Israel, and Israel returned the Sinai Peninsula to Egypt.- Human Legacy

Intifada

Dec 1, 1987

Palestinian resentment of Israeli occupation boiled over into a rebellion.- Human Legacy