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Six Day War
Israel launch air strikes against Egypt, Syria, and Jordan. Israel took control of Golan Heights, Sinai Peninsula, Gaza Strip, West Bank, and East Jerusalem -
Yom Kippur War
Egypt retook the Suez canal and a narrow zone on the other side through a surprise attack. Syria reconquered the Golan Heights. The war takes its name from a Jewish holy day -
Camp David Accords
Egypt finally recognized Israel as a country. In return Israel gave Egypt back the sinai Peninsula. This treaty ended 30 years of hostility -
Intifada
Palestinian resentment caused a rebellion. During the rebellion , Palestinian adolescents battled in street violence. Israel fought back with police resistance -
Second Intifada
Though, Israel and the PLO were supposed to sign a permanent agreement by 1998. Extremists on both sides worked to undermine the peace process. Militant group Hamas launches suicide bombings in Israel.
