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Israel was established in 1948. Therefore, the Middle Eastern countries have refused to recognize its right to exist.
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Some countries have continuously attacked Israel. Also, these have funded militant groups that conduct raids and terrorist attacks against Israelíes.
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A series of wars between Israel and its neighbors has led to the expansion of Israel. That’s the reason why Israel controls more land now then it did in 1948.
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Many Palastinian Arabs live under Israelí control. This is another source of tension and conflict in the region.
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Jerusalem is the capital of Israel. Israel expanded its territory in 2006, many years after the Six-Day War.
