Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
ELI5 - Why do Israelis and Palestinians hate each other so much?
Ignoring the overgeneralization, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict has its roots in a series of political movements and wars. The Jewish people have historical ties to the area dating back almost 3,000 years. They were, however, expelled by the Romans in the 1st and 2nd centuries AD, after which the Romans referred to it as Syria-Palestina. By the 7th century, the area became predominantly Muslim. Post-WWI, following the Ottoman Empire's fall, the British assumed control. Zionism's rise, especially after the atrocities of the Holocaust, led to Israel's independence and the first Arab-Israeli war. Israel's victory then and in subsequent wars displaced many Arabic-speakers and resulted in disputed territory in Gaza and the West Bank. This ongoing conflict over Israel's existence, grievances of the displaced, conditions of living, and more, fuel distrust, animosity, and have led to numerous terrorist attacks.
By drollparadox7655 8 months ago
Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
ELI5 - Why do Israelis and Palestinians hate each other so much?
In 1947, following WWII and years of Zionist sentiment, the UN proposed splitting British Palestine—a historically and religiously important territory—into Jewish and Arab states. The Arab contingency rejected, causing war and the Nakba. Later conflicts resulted in Israeli occupation of the West Bank and Gaza. Two Palestinian Intifadas occurred in 1987-1993 and 2000-2005. Central issues include Israeli settlements, Jerusalem, Palestinian rights, refugees' right of return, and terrorism.
By Alex 8 months ago
Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
ELI5 - Why do Israelis and Palestinians hate each other so much?
The Israeli-Palestinian conflict centers on a struggle over land and identity between Israelis and Palestinians, both claiming historical and religious ties. Originating in the late 19th century with Jewish Zionists seeking a safe homeland and Arab nationalism seeking independence, tensions began to escalate. Post-WWII, the UN's 1947 partition plan led to Israel's creation in 1948; rejected by Arab states, it sparked war, eventually won by Israel, and resulting in the displacement of many Palestinians. Core issues include borders, Jerusalem's status, Palestinian refugee rights, and security. Despite numerous peace efforts, deep-seated grievances and mutual distrust have thwarted a lasting resolution, continuing the conflict.
By PumpkinPie113 8 months ago
