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Six-Day War
Israel launches air attacks against Egypt, Syria, and Jordan. Israel took over the control of Golan Heights, Sinai Penninsula, Gaza Strip, West Bank, and East Jerusalem. -
Yom Kippur War
Egypt and Syria were determined to get their land back so they launched the Yom Kippur War which was a suprise attack. Israel was backed by the United States both sides decided to cease fire. -
OPEC oil embargo
Arab members declared an oil embargo on anyone supporting Israel. The price of oil rose dramaticaly around the world. -
Camp David Accords
The Camp David Accords is a treaty signed by Eypt that returned the Sanai Penninsula back to Israel. This treaty ended 30 years of fighting between the two nations. -
Intifada
Palestinian resentment of the Israel occupation led to a rebellion which was called the intifada. Palesinian youth battled Israeili troops in street violence.