The conflict between Palestine and Israel has been a longstanding issue, rooted in many historical, political, and religious factors. The roots of the conflict goes back to the late 20th century, when “Zionist” Jews sought to establish a homeland in Palestine, which was then under Ottoman rule. According to the dictionary, a “Zionist” is “a supporter of Zionism; a person who believes in the development and protection of a Jewish nation in what is now Israel” (Oxford Languages). The Balfour Declaration of 1917 and other events led to the establishment of the state of Israel in 1948. This resulted in the displacement and unrest of all the Palestinians. Over the years there has been war going on among the Palestinians and Israelis. There have been temporary ceasefires, but no sustainable peace agreement. The conflict remains a prominent world wide concern, catching international attention.
In recent years, various developments have led to the increase in Israel-Palestine conflict. One event was the change in the U.S. administration in 2021, when joe biden took the office. The U.S. has always been considered a strong ally to Israel, they demonstrated and renewed commitment to a peaceful resolution.
To address the complex relationship between the Israel and Palestine conflict a complex approach is needed when talking about this subject. First, there must be commitment from all parties involved, such as the United Nations, The Europeans Union, and neighboring countries. They should all play a role and help the Israel-Palestine conflict to ensure them to be fair.
The Israel-Palestine conflict has caused immense suffering and instability for too long. The Palestine-Israel conflict is a complex issue with deep historical, political, and emotional roots. Achieving a lasting peace requires for everyone to have empathy, and commitment. With doing that we can hope for a future where both countries can live in long term peace and security.