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Six Day War
Israel launched air strikes against Egypt because they closed off Israels route to the Red Sea. This lasted 6 days, and Israel gained control of land. -
Yom Kippur War
Egypt and Syria wanted back the land they lost so they launched a surprise attack on Israel. Ended in cease-fire, and Arab Members of OPEC declared an oil embargo. -
Camp David Accords
Sadat and Begin reached an agreement. Egypt recognized Israel, and Israel returned the Sinai Peninsula to Egypt. -
Intifalda
Palestinian resentment of Israel occupation turned into a rebellion. This included Widespread street violence. -
Second Intifalda
Relations between the Israeli and Palestinian soured and this led to the second Intifalda. More violence occurred.