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Palestinian revolt against British colonial rule and mass Jewish immigration, demanding self-determination.

Peel Commission proposes partition of Palestine, rejected by Palestinians as it threatens their territorial integrity.

British White Paper limits Jewish immigration and land purchases, aiming to protect Palestinian rights.

UN General Assembly adopts Resolution 181, proposing partition of Palestine into Jewish and Arab states against Palestinian objections.

Israel declares independence, sparking Arab-Israeli War and displacement of over 700,000 Palestinians.

Palestinian communities face mass expulsion and loss of homes as Israel gains control of key territories.

Israel captures Gaza Strip, West Bank, and East Jerusalem, intensifying Palestinian grievances over lost land.

Palestinian uprising begins against Israeli occupation and discriminatory policies.

Oslo I Accord signed, offering limited Palestinian autonomy and setting framework for future negotiations.

Second Palestinian uprising erupts in response to provocative Israeli actions in sensitive religious sites.

Hamas gains control of Gaza Strip after democratic elections, facing international isolation and blockade.

UN upgrades Palestine to non-member observer state status, symbolic recognition amid ongoing negotiations.

Israel launches military operation in Gaza in response to rocket attacks, resulting in civilian casualties and destruction.

Ceasefire reached after 50 days of conflict, highlighting humanitarian crisis and urgent need for peace.

US recognizes Jerusalem as Israel's capital, disregarding Palestinian claims and triggering regional tensions.

Palestinian protests in Gaza against blockade escalate into deadly clashes with Israeli forces.

Israel signs normalization agreements with UAE and Bahrain, bypassing Palestinian rights and grievances.