In recent years, the conflict between Israel and Palestine has escalated again, accompanied by an unfortunate increase in terrorist attacks. This has drawn global attention and raised questions about why all this is happening and what backstory shapes this conflict. In this blog post we will try to provide some insights into this complex conflict.
The backstory:
The Israel-Palestine conflict is characterized by long-standing political, religious and territorial disputes. It dates back to the mid-20th century, when Israel was founded as a separate state. This led to the expulsion and flight of many Palestinian Arabs who demanded a separate state in Palestine.
In the decades that followed, there were repeated wars, military occupations and peace negotiations, but these did not bring a lasting solution. A key point of contention is the territorial issue, particularly the status of East Jerusalem, which is claimed by Israel but seen by the Palestinians as the capital of their future state.
Terrorist attacks:
Terrorist attacks are tragic and violent expressions of conflict. These are carried out by both Palestinian extremist groups and Israeli settlers. Palestinians see armed resistance as a means to draw attention to the occupation of their land and the suppression of their rights. Israel views these actions as attacks on national security and responds with military action.
Prominent Palestinian extremist groups include Hamas and Islamic Jihad. These groups have carried out rocket attacks on Israel and organized suicide bombings. Israel has subsequently often carried out military operations in the Gaza Strip.
Why all that?
The motivation behind the terrorist attacks is complex. For some Palestinians, they are a desperate expression of resistance against Israeli occupation and restrictions on their freedom and living conditions. Other extremists may pursue religious or ideological goals. It is important to emphasize that not all Palestinians or Israelis are implicated in this violence.
The conflict is also of great international importance as it greatly affects relations between Israel and the Palestinians and the Middle East region as a whole.
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