Gaza–Israel conflict

Gaza–Israel conflict
Part of the Israeli–Palestinian conflict, the spillover of the Sinai insurgency and the Iran–Israel proxy conflict

Maps of Gaza and Israel
Date28 June 2006 – ongoing
(19 years, 2 months, 3 weeks and 2 days)
Location

The Gaza–Israel conflict is a long-running dispute between the Gaza Strip, a Palestinian territory, and Israel. It involves political, territorial, and security issues and has often led to violence. Key issues include border control, security concerns, and the political self-determination of Palestinians in Gaza.

Background

In 2005, Israel unilaterally withdrew from the Gaza Strip by dismantling all Israeli settlements there. This move aimed to improve security and reduce friction with Palestinians. However, it left a power vacuum that Hamas filled in 2007 after a brief civil conflict with Fatah.[1]

After Hamas took control, Israel and Egypt imposed a blockade on Gaza, restricting the movement of people and goods. Israel and Egypt state that the blockade is necessary to prevent weapons smuggling and attacks by Hamas and other militant groups. Critics, including some human rights organizations, argue that the blockade has severe humanitarian effects and restricts everyday life for residents.[2]

Some organizations, including Human Rights Watch, have described the Gaza Strip as an "open-air prison" because of the restrictions on movement. However, this description is not universally accepted and is presented as the view of these organizations.[3]

International efforts have tried to find a peaceful resolution to the conflict, but it remains unresolved.[4]

References

  1. ↑ "Hamas takes control of Gaza". BBC News. Retrieved 21 August 2025.
  2. ↑ "Gaza: Israel's 'open-air prison'". Human Rights Watch. Retrieved 21 August 2025.
  3. ↑ "Gaza: Israel's 'open-air prison'". Human Rights Watch. Retrieved 21 August 2025.
  4. ↑ "Gaza–Israel conflict". BBC News. Retrieved 21 August 2025.
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