Conflict in Israel

War for Israeli independence

Nov 29, 1947

The United Nations decides to partition Palestine into an Arab state and a Jewish state. Mounting violence leads to the first Arab-Israeli war in early 1948, when the British withdraw from the region.

Six-Day War

Jun 5, 1967

Israel took control of the Golan Heights, Sinae Peninsula, Gaza Strip, West Bank, and East Jerusalem. Israel gained control of land with a large Palestinian population.

Yom Kippur War

Oct 6, 1973

This war was a suprise attack against Israel from Syria and Egypt. This war takes it's name from the Jewish holy day. Arab troops made gains in this war.

Camp David Accords

Jan 16, 1978

Egyptian and Israeli leaders meet at Camp David with President Carter in 1978 to discuss a treaty in which Egypt would regain full control of the Sinai Peninsula.

Intifada

Jan 16, 1987

During the intifada, Palestinian youths battled Israeli troops in widespread street violence. Israel responded with strong military and police resistance.