The IsraelPalestine conflict

The IsraelPalestine conflict

The IsraelPalestine conflict

Client

Global Thinkers

Industry

Conflict Analysis and Diplomacy

Location

Jerusalem, Middle East

Start Date

1917 (Balfour Declaration)

End Date

Ongoing

Historical Struggles

The IsraelPalestine conflict is a century old struggle over territorial disputes and national identity. Israel's establishment in 1948 resulted in the displacement of more than 750,000 Palestinians, creating one of the world's longest standing refugee crisis. Wars, uprisings, and failed negotiations have continued to characterize the conflict, leading to increased mistrust.

This remains a very tense situation with still many unsolved issues like borders, settlements, and Jerusalem sovereignty. The control struggle makes this region one of the most militarized and volatile in the world.

Colonial Roots

The seeds were sown by British rule in Palestine between 1917–1948. The UN Partition Plan in 1947 which proposed two independent states of Jew and Arab was agreed upon by Jews but opposed by Arabs, eventually leading to the 1948 ArabIsraeli War that declared Israel's birth and absorbed portions of Palestinian lands.

The seeds were sown by British rule in Palestine between 1917–1948. The UN Partition Plan in 1947 which proposed two independent states of Jew and Arab was agreed upon by Jews but opposed by Arabs, eventually leading to the 1948 ArabIsraeli War that declared Israel's birth and absorbed portions of Palestinian lands.

The seeds were sown by British rule in Palestine between 1917–1948. The UN Partition Plan in 1947 which proposed two independent states of Jew and Arab was agreed upon by Jews but opposed by Arabs, eventually leading to the 1948 ArabIsraeli War that declared Israel's birth and absorbed portions of Palestinian lands.

Broken Peace

Oslo Accords (1993) hoped to end the war by creating areas of limited Palestinian autonomy in Gaza and parts of the West Bank. Yet other issues, including refugee rights and Jerusalem's future, were never addressed. In fact, distrust between the parties continued to intensify, as violence often killed peace efforts.

Oslo Accords (1993) hoped to end the war by creating areas of limited Palestinian autonomy in Gaza and parts of the West Bank. Yet other issues, including refugee rights and Jerusalem's future, were never addressed. In fact, distrust between the parties continued to intensify, as violence often killed peace efforts.

Oslo Accords (1993) hoped to end the war by creating areas of limited Palestinian autonomy in Gaza and parts of the West Bank. Yet other issues, including refugee rights and Jerusalem's future, were never addressed. In fact, distrust between the parties continued to intensify, as violence often killed peace efforts.

Gaza Crisis

The Gaza Strip is one of the most densely populated areas in the world, with over 2 million people under severe economic and humanitarian strain. Blockades and repeated escalations of violence have made living conditions dire, with little progress toward longterm stability.

The Gaza Strip is one of the most densely populated areas in the world, with over 2 million people under severe economic and humanitarian strain. Blockades and repeated escalations of violence have made living conditions dire, with little progress toward longterm stability.

The Gaza Strip is one of the most densely populated areas in the world, with over 2 million people under severe economic and humanitarian strain. Blockades and repeated escalations of violence have made living conditions dire, with little progress toward longterm stability.

Paths Forward

A resolution would demand mutual recognition, equitable resource distribution, and shared sovereignty over Jerusalem. Freezing settlement expansion and creating economic cooperation are the first steps. International mediation must emphasize trustbuilding to ensure a peaceful and sustainable future for both Israelis and Palestinians.

International action is also vital in encouraging dialogue and ensuring the implementation of agreements. Without consistent international pressure, the region is likely to stay trapped in vicious circles of violence, and its people are likely to experience decades more of suffering. A just solution is not only essential for the Middle East but also for global stability.