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What was a key characteristic of the Israel-Palestine conflict in 2024?
What was a key characteristic of the Israel-Palestine conflict in 2024?
- Escalating violence and humanitarian crises. (correct)
- Decreased regional instability.
- Reduced international involvement.
- A period of sustained peace negotiations.
How did the international community react to Israel's actions in the conflict?
How did the international community react to Israel's actions in the conflict?
- They provided unconditional military assistance to Israel.
- They were largely indifferent to the events.
- They were shocked by the mass attacks and killings of civilians. (correct)
- They unanimously supported Israel's military operations.
What impact did the conflict have on the civilian population in Gaza?
What impact did the conflict have on the civilian population in Gaza?
- Widespread displacement and a dire humanitarian crisis. (correct)
- Improved living conditions due to international aid.
- A decrease in civilian casualties compared to previous years.
- Increased access to healthcare and education.
Which of the following events contributed to regional instability?
Which of the following events contributed to regional instability?
What action did the International Criminal Court (ICC) take in November 2024?
What action did the International Criminal Court (ICC) take in November 2024?
What was the significance of Gukesh's achievement in 2024?
What was the significance of Gukesh's achievement in 2024?
What achievement did Manu Bhaker accomplish at the Paris Olympics?
What achievement did Manu Bhaker accomplish at the Paris Olympics?
What space-related achievement did ISRO accomplish?
What space-related achievement did ISRO accomplish?
What impact did the general elections have on India's government structure?
What impact did the general elections have on India's government structure?
What action did Houthi rebels take, contributing to regional instability?
What action did Houthi rebels take, contributing to regional instability?
Flashcards
Israel-Palestine conflict in 2024
Israel-Palestine conflict in 2024
The year 2024 marked a significant and devastating period in the Israel-Palestine conflict, characterized by extreme violence, regional instability, and humanitarian crises.
Hamas' assault on Israel (October 7, 2024)
Hamas' assault on Israel (October 7, 2024)
Hamas launched an assault on Israel, resulting in 1,400 deaths and 260 hostages.
Israel's retaliation in 2024
Israel's retaliation in 2024
Israel retaliated with mass attacks, resulting in numerous civilian casualties and leaving the international community shocked.
Casualties by end of 2024 (Israel-Palestine)
Casualties by end of 2024 (Israel-Palestine)
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Rafah shelling (January 18, 2024)
Rafah shelling (January 18, 2024)
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High casualties (March 4, 2024)
High casualties (March 4, 2024)
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Humanitarian crisis in Gaza in 2024
Humanitarian crisis in Gaza in 2024
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Hezbollah and Israeli actions in 2024
Hezbollah and Israeli actions in 2024
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Netanyahu designated a war criminal (Nov 21, 2024)
Netanyahu designated a war criminal (Nov 21, 2024)
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Study Notes
- The year 2024 included moments to celebrate, reflect upon, and cherish
- Gukesh became the youngest world chess champion, inspiring millions
- India won the 120 World Cup
- Manu Bhaker made history at the Paris Olympics as the first Indian woman to win two medals in a single Olympic Games
- ISRO launched the Gaganyaan mission and a solar expedition.
- Indian cinema impressed at Cannes
- General elections resulted in a coalition government in India
- Conflicts in West Asia and Ukraine increased geopolitical tension.
The West Asian Fiasco (Jan-Dec 2024)
- The year 2024 saw devastating conflict in Israel and Palestine, marked by violence, regional instability, and humanitarian crises
- On October 7, 2024 Hamas launched an assault on Israel, killing 1,400 and taking 260 hostages
- By December 2024, 57 hostages were released after negotiations, while 203 remained in captivity
- Israel retaliated with attacks and killings of civilians, shocking the international community
- By the end of 2024, approximately 45,350 lives were lost, with around 39,210 being Palestinians.
- Israel conducted airstrikes and ground operations targeting Hamas infrastructure in Gaza
- The strikes destroyed threats and also resulted in widespread destruction in civilian areas
- On January 18, 2024 Israeli shelling in Rafah killed hundreds, with the Gaza Health Ministry reporting 172 fatalities within 24 hours; the death toll surged to 24,620
- On March 4, 2024, Israeli attacks claimed 124 Palestinian lives, pushing Gaza's total death toll to 30,534
- Israel's attacks led to a dire humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
- There were reports of indiscriminate bombings, destruction of hospitals and schools, and the displacement of over 1.2 million people.
Regional Spillover and Broader Impacts
- Hezbollah fired over 1,000 rockets into northern Israel.
- Israeli airstrikes hit suspected Iranian weapons in Syria
- On September 17-18, 2024, Israeli booby-trapped pagers killed 37 in Lebanon, including Hezbollah members and civilians, with 3,000 more injured
- On October 1, 2024 Yemen's Houthis fired over 100 missiles and drones at Israel.
- One missile hit a commercial ship in the Red Sea
- On November 21, 2024, the ICC issued arrest warrants for Israeli PM Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant for alleged war crimes in Gaza.
- Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh also faced charges for the October 7 attack.
- Severe malnutrition in Gaza.
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