Origins and Complexities of the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict

This chapter examines the historical factors that contributed to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, including the emergence of Zionism in the late 1800s and the violent experiences of Jewish people in Eastern Europe. It addresses the complexities of Jewish migration to Palestine, the Balfour Declaration, and the perspectives of both Jews and Arabs during the early 20th century. Furthermore, it emphasizes the contradictions of establishing a Jewish state while acknowledging Arab rights and the evolving nature of geopolitical tensions in the region.