The Israel-Hamas Conflict
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Who launched an assault on Israel on Saturday?

  • The Ottoman Empire
  • Palestinian militant group Hamas (correct)
  • Britain
  • Israel's military
  • How many Israelis have been killed in the assault?

  • At least 1,000
  • At least 100
  • At least 1,300 (correct)
  • At least 500
  • What action has Israel taken in response to the air strikes on Gaza?

  • Imposed a total blockade on the territory (correct)
  • Withdrawn its forces from the Gaza border
  • Engaged in peace talks with Hamas
  • Provided humanitarian aid to Gaza
  • What is the current situation in Gaza?

    <p>Palestinians are bracing themselves for a ground operation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who took control of Palestine after the defeat of the Ottoman Empire in World War One?

    <p>Britain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which two groups inhabited the land in Palestine?

    <p>Jewish and Arab</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the Balfour Declaration?

    <p>A pledge made by Arthur Balfour to establish a national home in Palestine for Jewish people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who endorsed the Balfour Declaration?

    <p>The League of Nations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did tensions grow between the Jewish and Arab populations in Palestine?

    <p>The international community gave the UK the task of establishing a national home for Jewish people in Palestine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who claimed the land in Palestine?

    <p>Both Jews and Palestinian Arabs claimed the land</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Israel-Palestine Conflict

    • An unidentified entity launched an assault on Israel on Saturday.

    Casualties and Response

    • As a result of the assault, several Israelis have been killed.
    • In response to the air strikes on Gaza, Israel has taken action.

    Current Situation in Gaza

    • The current situation in Gaza is precarious.

    Historical Background

    Post-WW1 Era

    • After the defeat of the Ottoman Empire in World War One, the British took control of Palestine.

    Indigenous Populations

    • Two groups, the Jews and Arabs, inhabited the land in Palestine.

    Balfour Declaration

    • The Balfour Declaration was a significant document issued during the British Mandate period.
    • The Balfour Declaration was endorsed by the British government.

    Escalating Tensions

    • Tensions grew between the Jewish and Arab populations in Palestine due to competing claims over the land.
    • Both Jews and Arabs claimed the land in Palestine, leading to escalating tensions.

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    Test your knowledge about the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. Explore the latest developments, casualties, and the impact of the assault on both sides. Discover the key players and understand the complexities of the situation.

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