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Conflict in Israel

  • The State of Israel is Established

    The State of Israel is Established

    David Ben-Gurion, the Jewish leader, established the State of Israel. U.S. President Harry S. Truman recognized the new nation on the same day, but other countries refused to acknowledge Israel.
  • Six Day War

    Six Day War

    The Six Day War was a conflict between Israel and the Arab states of Jordan, Egypt, and Syria. It ended with a cease-fire when the UN intervened.
  • Yom Kippur War

    Yom Kippur War

    Egypt and Syria launched a surprise attack on Israel in order to win back the land they had lost in the Six Day War. They attacked on the night of Yom Kippur, a Jewish holiday.
  • Camp David Accords

    Camp David Accords

    Egypt decided to recognize Israel and wanted peace. The two leaders met at Camp David, and with the help of the US, signed their first peace treaty.
  • Intifada

    Intifada

    The Intifada was the Palestinian rebellion against Israeli control of the West Bank and Gaza Strip. The Palestinians wanted to be free from Israeli control.