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First Arab Israeli War Ends
First Arab Israeli War ends. Armistice agreement leaves Israel with more territory including Western Jerusalem. Arabs were upset about this because they lost more land. -
Permanent government
A permanent government takes office in Israel following popular elections. -
The United States recognizes Israel
The United States recognizes Israel on a de jure basis. -
Israel admitted to United Nations
Israel admitted to United Nations as 59th member. -
Israel launches a pre-emptive attack on Egypt
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Member of the European Common Market
Israel becomes an associate member of the European Common Market. -
Israel Air Force destroys Iraqi nuclear reactor
Israel Air Force destroys Iraqi nuclear reactor just before it is to become operative. -
Free Trade Agreement
Free Trade Agreement signed with the United States -
Jordan and Israel sign peace treaty.
Jordan and Israel are now at peace with each-other. -
Israel celebrates 60th anniversary