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Zionism movement begins
Movement to establish a Jewish homeland in Palestine -
The Balfour Declaration
The Balfour Declaration is issued, which promised British support for the establishment of a Jewish homeland in British Palestine. -
The establishment of the State of Israel
Declaration of Independence by Jewish leaders, ending the British mandate in Palestine -
Arab-Israeli War
Began right after the establishment of the State of Israel. Resulted in the displacement of thousands of Palestinians. -
The Suez Crisis
The Suez Crisis was a conflict between Israel, Egypt, France, and Britain over control of the Suez Canal. Israel managed to capture the Sinai Peninsula during this. -
Yom Kippur War
Surprise attack by Egypt and Syria on Israel. This happened on Yom Kippur, which led to a month-long conflict. -
Six Day War
Results in Israel gaining territory 4 times its size, occupying the West Bank and Gaza. -
Camp David Accords
Peace agreement between Israel and Egypt, arranged by the US and signed by the Israeli Prime Minister and the Egyptian President Anwar Sadat -
First Intifada
Palestinian violent uprising against Israeli occupation in the Gaza strip and the West Bank. -
The Olso Accords
Set of agreememts between Israel and Palestine Liberation Organization, aimed to make peace for the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. -
Second Intifada
Lasted a period of 5 years, with increased violence and bloodshed. It was sparked after the collapse of the peace negotiations.