Conflict in Israel

By kaseaharkness

  • Suez Crisis

    Suez Crisis
    Egypt's confrontation with Britain, France, and Israel over control of the Suez Canal. The Suez Crisis had its roots in the poitics of the Cold War.

  • Six-Day War

    Six-Day War
    War between Israel and Egypt; Israel's victory gave it control of areas with large Palestinian populations. Israel took control of Golan Heights, Sinai Peninsula, Gaza Strip, West Bank, and East Jerusalem.

  • Yom Kippur War

    Yom Kippur War
    War launched by Egypt and Syria against Israel on the day of Yom Kippur. Israel's government wasn't fully prepared for the attack and needed military support from the U.S.

  • Camp David Accords

    Camp David Accords
    Agreement in which Egypt recognized Israel, and Israel returned the Sinai Peninsula to Egypt. The treaty ended 30 years of hostility between Egypt and Israel.

  • Intifada

    Intifada
    Palestinian resentment of Israeli occupation turned into a rebellion. Palestinian youths battled Israeli troops in widespread street violence.