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The war between Israel and Hamas: an endless conflict

This new confrontation between Israel and Hamas is a reminder of the complex and long history of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. 

A conflict that has left thousands dead and injured, and that does not seem to have a short-term solution.

The war between Israel and Hamas: an endless conflict
The war between Israel and Hamas: an endless conflict
On October 6, 2023, the Gaza Strip was the scene of a new escalation of violence between Israel and Hamas. The Islamist group launched thousands of rockets into Israeli territory, prompting Israel's military response, which carried out air and ground bombardments in Gaza.

In the first days of the conflict, more than 700 deaths and 2,200 injuries were recorded in Israel, while in Gaza the death toll exceeded 400. The conflict ended on October 10, with a ceasefire agreement negotiated by Egypt.

The causes of the conflict

The causes of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict are complex and rooted in history and religion. The conflict dates back to the 19th century, when the Zionist movement began promoting the creation of a Jewish state in ancient Palestine.

In 1948, the State of Israel declared itself independent, but its creation led to the expulsion of hundreds of thousands of Palestinians from their homes. This event is considered by Palestinians as a Nakba, or catastrophe.

Since then, the conflict has been marked by violence and tension. Israel has occupied the West Bank and East Jerusalem, and built Jewish settlements in these territories, which has been condemned by the international community.

Hamas, for its part, is an armed Islamist group that has controlled the Gaza Strip since 2007. Hamas has pledged to destroy Israel and establish a Palestinian state in its place.

The war between Israel and Hamas: an endless conflict

The conflict of 2023

The 2023 conflict broke out after a series of incidents in Jerusalem. In May, Israel approved a plan to evict Palestinian families from their homes in the Sheikh Jarrah neighborhood of East Jerusalem.

This decision sparked protests and clashes between Palestinians and Israelis. On July 7, an Israeli agent killed a Palestinian in the city of Jenin, sparking a new wave of violence.

On October 6, Hamas launched thousands of rockets into Israeli territory. The attacks prompted a military response from Israel, which carried out air and ground bombardments in Gaza.

In the first days of the conflict, more than 700 deaths and 2,200 injuries were recorded in Israel, while in Gaza the death toll exceeded 400. The conflict ended on October 10, with a ceasefire agreement negotiated by Egypt.

The effects of conflict

The 2023 conflict has had a devastating impact on the region. In Israel, the conflict has caused a political and economic crisis. In Gaza, the conflict has worsened the humanitarian crisis, as the Strip has been under an Israeli blockade since 2007.

The conflict has also had an impact on the international community. The UN has condemned Hamas' attacks on Israel, but has also criticized Israel's military response.

The future of conflict

The Palestinian-Israeli conflict is one of the most complex and protracted in the world. The conflict does not appear to have a short-term solution, and is likely to continue to be a source of tension and violence in the region.

The main challenges for resolving the conflict are:

  • Disagreement over the boundaries of a Palestinian state.
  • The question of Palestinian refugees.
  • Hamas's refusal to recognize the State of Israel.

Resolving the conflict will require Israel and the Palestinians to be willing to make concessions. It will also be necessary for the international community to play a more active role in mediation.

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