Inside the Knesset: How Israeli Democracy Works
An in-depth look at Israel's parliament, elections, political parties, government and judicial system.
Leonie Raffaelli
1967: The Six-Day War and the Beginning of Israel's Occupation of the West Bank and Gaza
The Six-Day War of 1967 reshaped the Middle East. Explore the war's origins, Israel's occupation of the West Bank and Gaza, Palestinian displacement, and the lasting impact on borders, diplomacy, and peace.
1949–1967: Israel, Palestinian Refugees, and the Road to the Six-Day War
Between 1949 and 1967, the Middle East experienced profound political and social changes. From the lives of Palestinian refugees and Israel's early state-building years to the Suez Crisis and rising regional tensions, explore the events that shaped the road to the Six-Day War.
1948: The Birth of Israel and the Palestinian Nakba
In 1948, the establishment of Israel and the displacement of hundreds of thousands of Palestinians transformed the Middle East. This article examines the war, the Palestinian Nakba, and the historical events that continue to shape the region today.
Before 1948: The History of the Land That Became Israel
Discover the history of the land before 1948, from ancient civilizations and Ottoman Palestine to the rise of Zionism, British rule, the UN partition plan and the events that led to Israel's establishment and the Palestinian Nakba.
The Middle East Explained: Countries, Conflicts and Regional Relationships
Understanding the Middle East beyond the headlines: explore its history, diverse societies, political conflicts, regional alliances and the forces shaping its future.
Understanding Israel: A Country Beyond the Headlines
Beyond the headlines, Israel is a country shaped by history, diverse communities, democratic institutions, cultural traditions and complex regional relationships. This introductory guide explores the context needed to understand its society and the challenges it faces.