The war between Israel and Palestine is a long-standing and complex conflict, dating back to the 20th century. It has its roots in the territorial and national dispute between Jews and Arabs in the historical region of Palestine, which culminated in the creation of the State of Israel in 1948. Since then, there have been several wars, intifadas (Palestinian uprisings), and armed conflicts, with disputes over territories, borders, rights of Palestinian refugees, and the status of Jerusalem.
The main issues at stake include control of the Holy Land, Israel's security against Palestinian attacks, and Palestinians' pursuit of self-determination and an independent state. Peace efforts, such as the Oslo Accords in the 1990s, have failed to achieve a lasting solution, and the conflict persists, with periods of relative calm interspersed with outbreaks of violence.
Tensions are fueled by religious, political, and socioeconomic issues, as well as the presence of extremist groups and the influence of regional and international actors. The conflict has a devastating impact on the lives of ordinary people in both communities, resulting in loss of lives, displacement of populations, destruction of infrastructure, and deep psychological trauma.
Despite efforts by the international community to mediate and resolve the conflict, a lasting solution has yet to be achieved, and sustainable peace between Israel and Palestine remains a challenging and urgent goal.