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Israel was expecting large-scale Arab attacks and decided to strike first by launching air strikes against Egypt, Syria, and Jordan. In this war, Israel took control of the Golan Heights, Sinai Peninsula, Gaza Strip, West Bank, and East Jerusalem.
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In 1969, the Palestine Liberation Community, launched a campaign of guerilla attacks against Israel. Israel invaded Lebanon in 1978 and again in 1982.
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Determined to win the territory lost in the Six-Day War back, Egypt and Syria launched a surprise attack against Israel. After weeks of fighting, both countries agreed to cease-fire.
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In 1977 Egyptian President decided Egypt wanted peace with Israel. This agreement was signed in 1978 and was called the Camp David Accords. This treaty ended 30 years of hostility between Egypt and Israel.
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Armed conflict erupted between Israel and Palestine after several Israeli soldiers were kidnapped along the borders of Gaza and Lebanon
