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Beginning of the War
The Arab-Israeli conflict began in 1948 when Israel was established. Refusing the right for Israel to exist neighboring Middle Eastern countries attacked Israel. -
Six-Day War
Egypt closing the Gulf of Aqaba; Israel expected an attack by the Arabs, so they decided to strike first. Israel quickly defeated Arab forces. -
Yom Kippur War
Egypt and Syria launched a surprise attack against Israel. With the help of the U.S., Israel was able to push back Egyptian and Syrian armies. After, weeks of fighting both agreed to cease-fire. -
Lebanon War
The Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) pledged to destroy Israel and make it a Palestine state. PLO launched guerrilla attacks on Israel from Jordan and Lebanon. -
Second Lebanon War
War began once Arabs launched missiles into Israel. Soldiers were kidnapped and killed. Israel reacted by launching massive air strikes into Gaza and Southern Lebanon.
