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Triggering an Uprising
A seemingly accidental collision involving an Israeli military truck in Gaza led to the deaths of four Palestinians, sparking what would be known as the first Intifada. The incident, coupled with other events like the killing of two Palestinians by Israeli snipers, fueled frustration and anger among Palestinians, manifesting in hostility on the streets of Arab East Jerusalem. The desire for democracy, freedom, and independence similar to that enjoyed by Israelis became a driving force behind the uprising.