TIMELINE OF PALESTINE by atikah anuar

BEFORE 1917- OTTOMAN RULE

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Palestine was part of the ottoman Empire for centuries, with a predominantly Arab population living alongside diverse religious communities.

1917- BALFOUR DECLARATION

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The British government expressed support for the establishment of a “national home for the Jewish people” in Palestine, without consulting the local Palestinian population.

1920 TO 1948 - BRITISH MANDATE PERIOD

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Palestine came under British control. Tensions increased due to rising Jewish immigration and conflicting promises made by the British authorities.

1948 - THE NAKBA (CATASTROPHE)

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The establishment of Israel led to the displacement of over 700,000 Palestinians, many of whom became refugees. Hundreds of villages were destroyed.

1967-SIX DAY WAR

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Israel occupied the West Bank, East Jerusalem, and Gaza Strip. This occupation continues to shape the Palestinian reality today.

1987 TO 1993- FIRST INTIFADA

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A Palestinian uprising against Israeli occupation, marked by mass protests and civil resistance.

1993- OSLO ACCORDS

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Peace agreements were signed between Israeli and Palestinian leaders, aiming for a two-state solution, though key issues remained unresolved.

2000 TO 2005-SECOND INTIFADA

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Renewed violence and conflict followed the collapse of peace negotiations.

2007 - GAZA BLOCKADE

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Israel imposed a blockade on Gaza, severely restricting movement, goods, and access to basic resources.

2010 TO PRESENT - ONGOING CONFLICT

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Palestinians continue to face humanitarian challenges, military escalations, and restrictions on daily life, drawing global attention to human rights concerns.