Israel

Country Israel
Capital Jerusalem
Continent Asia
Currency Israeli new shekel (ILS)
Languages Hebrew & Arabic

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Following World War II, the British withdrew from their mandate of Palestine, and the UN partitioned the area into Arab and Jewish states, an arrangement rejected by the Arabs. Subsequently, the Israelis defeated the Arabs in a series of wars without ending the deep tensions between the two sides. The territories Israel occupied since the 1967 war are not included in the Israel country profile, unless otherwise noted. On 25 April 1982, Israel withdrew from the Sinai pursuant to the 1979 Israel-Egypt Peace Treaty. In keeping with the framework established at the Madrid Conference in October 1991, bilateral negotiations were conducted between Israel and Palestinian representatives and Syria to achieve a permanent settlement. Israel and Palestinian officials signed on 13 September 1993 a Declaration of Principles (also known as the "Oslo Accords") guiding an interim period of Palestinian self-rule. Outstanding territorial and other disputes with Jordan were resolved in the 26 October 1994 Israel-Jordan Treaty of Peace. In addition, on 25 May 2000, Israel withdrew unilaterally from southern Lebanon, which it had occupied since 1982. In April 2003, US President BUSH, working in conjunction with the EU, UN, and Russia - the "Quartet" - took the lead in laying out a roadmap to a final settlement of the conflict by 2005, based on reciprocal steps by the two parties leading to two states, Israel and a democratic Palestine. However, progress toward a permanent status agreement was undermined by Israeli-Palestinian violence between September 2003 and February 2005. In the summer of 2005, Israel unilaterally disengaged from the Gaza Strip, evacuating settlers and its military while retaining control over most points of entry into the Gaza Strip. The election of HAMAS to head the Palestinian Legislative Council froze relations between Israel and the Palestinian Authority (PA). Ehud OLMERT became prime minister in March 2006 and presided over a 34-day conflict with Hizballah in Lebanon in June-August 2006 and a 23-day conflict with HAMAS in the Gaza Strip during December 2008 and January 2009. OLMERT, who in June 2007 resumed talks with PA President Mahmoud ABBAS, resigned in September 2008. Prime Minister Binyamin NETANYAHU formed a coalition in March 2009 following a February 2009 general election. Peace talks are currently stalled.

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LIVE: Hamas hands over two more Israeli bodies amid fragile Gaza ceasefire - Al JazeeraLIVE: Hamas hands over two more Israeli bodies amid fragile Gaza ceasefire  Al Jazeera

Updates: Hamas decries Israel’s ‘treacherous escalation’ in Gaza; 100 dead - Al JazeeraUpdates: Hamas decries Israel’s ‘treacherous escalation’ in Gaza; 100 dead  Al Jazeera

Meaningless truce: on Netanyahu, the Gaza ceasefire - The HinduMeaningless truce: on Netanyahu, the Gaza ceasefire  The Hindu

Netanyahu: Israel will disarm Hamas and demilitarize Gaza if foreign troops don’t - The Times of IsraelNetanyahu: Israel will disarm Hamas and demilitarize Gaza if foreign troops don’t  The Times of Israel

Israel says coffin from Hamas did not contain another hostage's body - BBCIsrael says coffin from Hamas did not contain another hostage's body  BBC

Ex-Mossad chief, behind ICJ blackmail campaign, brags Israel has installed a global sabotage network - Middle East MonitorEx-Mossad chief, behind ICJ blackmail campaign, brags Israel has installed a global sabotage network  Middle East Monitor

IDF confirms raid in southern Lebanon, says it was to destroy Hezbollah infrastructure - The Times of IsraelIDF confirms raid in southern Lebanon, says it was to destroy Hezbollah infrastructure  The Times of Israel

Lebanese president orders army to counter Israeli incursion after deadly raid on border village - news.cgtn.comLebanese president orders army to counter Israeli incursion after deadly raid on border village  news.cgtn.com

Lebanon President Instructs Army To "Confront" Any Israeli Incursions - NDTVLebanon President Instructs Army To "Confront" Any Israeli Incursions  NDTV

Jerusalem 'Riot': Israeli Jews Explode Against Bibi Over Fighting Hamas, Clash With Cops On Horses - Times of IndiaJerusalem 'Riot': Israeli Jews Explode Against Bibi Over Fighting Hamas, Clash With Cops On Horses  Times of India

Two coffins of hostages on their way to Israeli troops amid tenuous ceasefire - India TodayTwo coffins of hostages on their way to Israeli troops amid tenuous ceasefire  India Today

Massive Protest Rocks Israel As Ultra-Orthodox Jews Oppose Military Draft - NDTVMassive Protest Rocks Israel As Ultra-Orthodox Jews Oppose Military Draft  NDTV

‘Frequency of Fear’: Israel’s exploding Hezbollah pager operation being made into movie - The Times of Israel‘Frequency of Fear’: Israel’s exploding Hezbollah pager operation being made into movie  The Times of Israel

That's a Wrap! Largest Ever Global Conference for Israel Unites Zionists Worldwide - PR NewswireThat's a Wrap! Largest Ever Global Conference for Israel Unites Zionists Worldwide  PR Newswire

Israel receives coffins Hamas says contain two Gaza hostages' bodies - BBCIsrael receives coffins Hamas says contain two Gaza hostages' bodies  BBC

Turkish Rescuers Stranded As Israel Delays Approval To Enter Gaza - NDTVTurkish Rescuers Stranded As Israel Delays Approval To Enter Gaza  NDTV

Lebanese president orders army to confront Israeli incursions after deadly raid - The GuardianLebanese president orders army to confront Israeli incursions after deadly raid  The Guardian

Israeli raid in southern Lebanon kills municipal employee, sparking protests - The HinduIsraeli raid in southern Lebanon kills municipal employee, sparking protests  The Hindu

Israel’s Ultra-Orthodox Stage ‘March of the Million’ Against Military Draft - The New York TimesIsrael’s Ultra-Orthodox Stage ‘March of the Million’ Against Military Draft  The New York Times

Israel Accuses Hamas of Playing a Macabre Game With Hostage Bodies - The Wall Street JournalIsrael Accuses Hamas of Playing a Macabre Game With Hostage Bodies  The Wall Street Journal

Israel has received what Hamas says are the remains of two deceased hostages held in Gaza - CNNIsrael has received what Hamas says are the remains of two deceased hostages held in Gaza  CNN

Hamas hands over apparent remains of two dead hostages to Israel - The Times of IsraelHamas hands over apparent remains of two dead hostages to Israel  The Times of Israel

Israeli ultra-Orthodox Jews rally in Jerusalem against military service - Al JazeeraIsraeli ultra-Orthodox Jews rally in Jerusalem against military service  Al Jazeera

Israeli troops kill municipal worker during raid in south Lebanon - BBCIsraeli troops kill municipal worker during raid in south Lebanon  BBC

Thursday briefing: Israel’s new bombardment breaks an uneasy peace – is this a ceasefire in name only? - The GuardianThursday briefing: Israel’s new bombardment breaks an uneasy peace – is this a ceasefire in name only?  The Guardian

Israel’s dual-national snipers - Al JazeeraIsrael’s dual-national snipers  Al Jazeera

Hundreds of thousands of ultra-Orthodox Israelis protest against conscription - BBCHundreds of thousands of ultra-Orthodox Israelis protest against conscription  BBC

Spinning genocide: How is Israel using US PR firms to frame its Gaza war? - Al JazeeraSpinning genocide: How is Israel using US PR firms to frame its Gaza war?  Al Jazeera

Turkiye’s Erdogan urges Germany to help end Israel’s ‘genocide’ in Gaza - Al JazeeraTurkiye’s Erdogan urges Germany to help end Israel’s ‘genocide’ in Gaza  Al Jazeera

Lebanon’s Aoun says army to confront Israeli forces after deadly incursion - Al JazeeraLebanon’s Aoun says army to confront Israeli forces after deadly incursion  Al Jazeera

Hamas hands over two bodies after Israel resumes attacks on Gaza - Al JazeeraHamas hands over two bodies after Israel resumes attacks on Gaza  Al Jazeera

Israel kills over 100 Palestinians in Gaza as Trump insists truce holds - Al JazeeraIsrael kills over 100 Palestinians in Gaza as Trump insists truce holds  Al Jazeera

Gaza residents fear more Israeli attacks, unable to rebuild their lives - Al JazeeraGaza residents fear more Israeli attacks, unable to rebuild their lives  Al Jazeera

Israel has a message for Europe: 'You are not the US' - EuractivIsrael has a message for Europe: 'You are not the US'  Euractiv

As Renewal of Iran-Israel War Looms, What Lessons Can Be Learned from June? - Middle East Council on Global AffairsAs Renewal of Iran-Israel War Looms, What Lessons Can Be Learned from June?  Middle East Council on Global Affairs

Hamas hands over bodies of two Israeli hostages - ReutersHamas hands over bodies of two Israeli hostages  Reuters

Israel kills more than 100 in strikes after soldier's death, says it still backs ceasefire - ReutersIsrael kills more than 100 in strikes after soldier's death, says it still backs ceasefire  Reuters

Why did Israel launch air strikes on Gaza, then ‘resume’ truce? - Al JazeeraWhy did Israel launch air strikes on Gaza, then ‘resume’ truce?  Al Jazeera

Israel deporting 2 US Jews who entered closed IDF zone to aid Palestinian farmers - The Times of IsraelIsrael deporting 2 US Jews who entered closed IDF zone to aid Palestinian farmers  The Times of Israel

Israeli strikes in Gaza kill 104, health ministry says, after Hamas accused of killing soldier - BBCIsraeli strikes in Gaza kill 104, health ministry says, after Hamas accused of killing soldier  BBC

Despite dashing hopes for a visit, Indonesia cautiously eyes ties with Israel - The Times of IsraelDespite dashing hopes for a visit, Indonesia cautiously eyes ties with Israel  The Times of Israel

Hamas transfers remains of 2 more Israeli hostages, Israel says - Anadolu AjansiHamas transfers remains of 2 more Israeli hostages, Israel says  Anadolu Ajansi

Hundreds of Haredi men clash with Jerusalem cops after anti-enlistment protest ends - The Times of IsraelHundreds of Haredi men clash with Jerusalem cops after anti-enlistment protest ends  The Times of Israel

Updates: Israel PM Netanyahu orders ‘powerful, immediate’ attacks on Gaza - Al JazeeraUpdates: Israel PM Netanyahu orders ‘powerful, immediate’ attacks on Gaza  Al Jazeera

Israel's attacks in Palestine normalize global atrocities: UN rapporteur - Anadolu AjansiIsrael's attacks in Palestine normalize global atrocities: UN rapporteur  Anadolu Ajansi

Netanyahu: Israel will disarm Hamas and demilitarize Gaza if foreign troops don’t - The Times of IsraelNetanyahu: Israel will disarm Hamas and demilitarize Gaza if foreign troops don’t  The Times of Israel

Lebanese president, Hezbollah urge response to Israeli incursions - ReutersLebanese president, Hezbollah urge response to Israeli incursions  Reuters

Israel’s ultraorthodox hold mass protest against military conscription - Financial TimesIsrael’s ultraorthodox hold mass protest against military conscription  Financial Times

Israel strikes Gaza after Netanyahu accuses Hamas of breaching ceasefire - The GuardianIsrael strikes Gaza after Netanyahu accuses Hamas of breaching ceasefire  The Guardian

Israel Ultra-Orthodox Rally Against Draft in Threat to Netanyahu - Bloomberg.comIsrael Ultra-Orthodox Rally Against Draft in Threat to Netanyahu  Bloomberg.com

‘No restrictions’ and a secret ‘wink’: Inside Israel’s deal with Google, Amazon - +972 Magazine‘No restrictions’ and a secret ‘wink’: Inside Israel’s deal with Google, Amazon  +972 Magazine

Gaza’s Dr Hussam Abu Safia is still held by Israel, no sign of release - Al JazeeraGaza’s Dr Hussam Abu Safia is still held by Israel, no sign of release  Al Jazeera

Israel receives remains of two deceased hostages from Red Cross - France 24Israel receives remains of two deceased hostages from Red Cross  France 24

France sends military, civilian personnel to Israel for post-ceasefire efforts in Gaza - Anadolu AjansiFrance sends military, civilian personnel to Israel for post-ceasefire efforts in Gaza  Anadolu Ajansi

Israel kills more than 100 in strikes after soldier's death, says it still backs ceasefire - Telegraph IndiaIsrael kills more than 100 in strikes after soldier's death, says it still backs ceasefire  Telegraph India

Revealed: Israel demanded Google and Amazon use secret ‘wink’ to sidestep legal orders - The GuardianRevealed: Israel demanded Google and Amazon use secret ‘wink’ to sidestep legal orders  The Guardian

Israel says the remains of 2 hostages have been handed to the Red Cross in Gaza - NBC NewsIsrael says the remains of 2 hostages have been handed to the Red Cross in Gaza  NBC News

LIVE: Hamas decries Israel’s ‘treacherous escalation’ in Gaza with 100 dead - Al JazeeraLIVE: Hamas decries Israel’s ‘treacherous escalation’ in Gaza with 100 dead  Al Jazeera

Paul Givan: Minister's trip to Israel branded a 'propaganda mission' - BBCPaul Givan: Minister's trip to Israel branded a 'propaganda mission'  BBC

Israel’s computing deal with Google and Amazon contained warning system in case of data disclosures - report - Data Center DynamicsIsrael’s computing deal with Google and Amazon contained warning system in case of data disclosures - report  Data Center Dynamics

Palestinians say bodies and detainees returned by Israel show signs of torture and abuse - PBSPalestinians say bodies and detainees returned by Israel show signs of torture and abuse  PBS

Israel's Institute of Forensic Medicine receives hostages - The Jerusalem PostIsrael's Institute of Forensic Medicine receives hostages  The Jerusalem Post

Resistance is an “integrated strategic project”, affirms Sheikh Naim Qassem as Israel escalates its aggression on Lebanon - Peoples DispatchResistance is an “integrated strategic project”, affirms Sheikh Naim Qassem as Israel escalates its aggression on Lebanon  Peoples Dispatch

LIVE: Funerals across Gaza as Israel violates truce, kills 104 Palestinians - Al JazeeraLIVE: Funerals across Gaza as Israel violates truce, kills 104 Palestinians  Al Jazeera

Hamas hands over two hostage bodies as Israel continues to strike ‘terror infrastructure’ in Gaza - The Indian ExpressHamas hands over two hostage bodies as Israel continues to strike ‘terror infrastructure’ in Gaza  The Indian Express

Press Israel to release Marwan Barghouti, former world leaders urge Trump - The GuardianPress Israel to release Marwan Barghouti, former world leaders urge Trump  The Guardian

From War to Water: How Israel’s ‘Blue Economy’ Vision Seeks to Calm the Eastern Mediterranean - The Sunday GuardianFrom War to Water: How Israel’s ‘Blue Economy’ Vision Seeks to Calm the Eastern Mediterranean  The Sunday Guardian

Hamas returns bodies of hostages, Israel strikes Gaza - dw.comHamas returns bodies of hostages, Israel strikes Gaza  dw.com

Gaza’s new normal is a truce without peace - CNNGaza’s new normal is a truce without peace  CNN

Deadliest day in Gaza since ceasefire as Israel launches wave of strikes, accusing Hamas of breaching truce - CNNDeadliest day in Gaza since ceasefire as Israel launches wave of strikes, accusing Hamas of breaching truce  CNN

Man dies falling from unfinished high-rise amid ultra-Orthodox protest in Jerusalem - The Times of IsraelMan dies falling from unfinished high-rise amid ultra-Orthodox protest in Jerusalem  The Times of Israel

Israel's Gaza attacks strike at Donald Trump's reputation as a peacemaker - thenationalnews.comIsrael's Gaza attacks strike at Donald Trump's reputation as a peacemaker  thenationalnews.com

UN experts warn Israel's attacks in Palestine normalise atrocities, expose global inaction - TRT WorldUN experts warn Israel's attacks in Palestine normalise atrocities, expose global inaction  TRT World

LIVE: Israel kills 100 in Gaza; Trump insists nothing will jeopardise truce - Al JazeeraLIVE: Israel kills 100 in Gaza; Trump insists nothing will jeopardise truce  Al Jazeera

Anger as German minister poses with map of Israel including occupied territories - thenationalnews.comAnger as German minister poses with map of Israel including occupied territories  thenationalnews.com

Teaching hatred of Israel in Hebrew school - JNS.orgTeaching hatred of Israel in Hebrew school  JNS.org

Israel has erected nearly 1,000 new barriers across West Bank in last 2 years – PA - The Times of IsraelIsrael has erected nearly 1,000 new barriers across West Bank in last 2 years – PA  The Times of Israel

3 injured in Israeli drone strikes in southern Lebanon - Anadolu Ajansi3 injured in Israeli drone strikes in southern Lebanon  Anadolu Ajansi

Israeli strikes kill more than 100 people in Gaza, including 46 children - The Washington PostIsraeli strikes kill more than 100 people in Gaza, including 46 children  The Washington Post

Hamas: We will hand over two hostages’ bodies at 4 p.m. - The Times of IsraelHamas: We will hand over two hostages’ bodies at 4 p.m.  The Times of Israel

Lawlessness without limits: Israel’s parallel world order | Palestine this week with Mouin Rabbani - Middle East MonitorLawlessness without limits: Israel’s parallel world order | Palestine this week with Mouin Rabbani  Middle East Monitor

Israel blocks longtime Gaza aid groups from working in the region - NPRIsrael blocks longtime Gaza aid groups from working in the region  NPR

Hamas does not have nukes, Israel does: Erdogan urges Berlin to act tough on Tel Aviv - TRT WorldHamas does not have nukes, Israel does: Erdogan urges Berlin to act tough on Tel Aviv  TRT World

Israel carries out airstrikes in Gaza, casting doubt on fragile ceasefire - NBC NewsIsrael carries out airstrikes in Gaza, casting doubt on fragile ceasefire  NBC News

LIVE: Funerals across Gaza as Israeli ceasefire violation kills 104 people - Al JazeeraLIVE: Funerals across Gaza as Israeli ceasefire violation kills 104 people  Al Jazeera

2 Caskets Reportedly Containing Slain Hostages Returned to Israel After Hamas Ceasefire Violations - Foundation for Defense of Democracies2 Caskets Reportedly Containing Slain Hostages Returned to Israel After Hamas Ceasefire Violations  Foundation for Defense of Democracies

Death toll from Israel’s attacks on Gaza rises to 91, testing fragile truce - Al JazeeraDeath toll from Israel’s attacks on Gaza rises to 91, testing fragile truce  Al Jazeera

Israel’s military has released a nearly 15-minute drone video that it said showed Hamas members staging the discovery of a deceased captive amid the ruins as observers from the Red Cross watched. The New York Times analyzed the footage and compared - facebook.comIsrael’s military has released a nearly 15-minute drone video that it said showed Hamas members staging the discovery of a deceased captive amid the ruins as observers from the Red Cross watched. The New York Times analyzed the footage and compared  facebook.com

Google and Amazon struck secret deal to shield Israel from legal scrutiny, leak reveals - Middle East MonitorGoogle and Amazon struck secret deal to shield Israel from legal scrutiny, leak reveals  Middle East Monitor

Thousands of Ultra-Orthodox Jews protest mandatory Israeli military service - TRT WorldThousands of Ultra-Orthodox Jews protest mandatory Israeli military service  TRT World

From Atonement to Absurdity: Europe’s Shifting Stance on Israel - FanackFrom Atonement to Absurdity: Europe’s Shifting Stance on Israel  Fanack

Erdogan lobs fresh 'genocide' broadside at Israel as US pushes for Turkish troops in Gaza peacekeeping force - The Times of IsraelErdogan lobs fresh 'genocide' broadside at Israel as US pushes for Turkish troops in Gaza peacekeeping force  The Times of Israel

Turkish President Erdogan questions Germany’s silence on Israel’s Gaza attacks - Anadolu AjansiTurkish President Erdogan questions Germany’s silence on Israel’s Gaza attacks  Anadolu Ajansi

Israel preparing for potential return of two hostages’ bodies in coming hours - The Times of IsraelIsrael preparing for potential return of two hostages’ bodies in coming hours  The Times of Israel

What is happening in Gaza and Israel? - OxfamWhat is happening in Gaza and Israel?  Oxfam

Israel strikes Gaza again after overnight bombardment that killed at least 104 - The GuardianIsrael strikes Gaza again after overnight bombardment that killed at least 104  The Guardian

Israel’s military says ceasefire is back on as death toll from Gaza strikes reaches 104 - AP NewsIsrael’s military says ceasefire is back on as death toll from Gaza strikes reaches 104  AP News

If Lebanon wants Israel to stop, it needs to face Hezbollah - The Jerusalem PostIf Lebanon wants Israel to stop, it needs to face Hezbollah  The Jerusalem Post

Israeli soldiers kill Lebanese official in border village raid - Siasat.comIsraeli soldiers kill Lebanese official in border village raid  Siasat.com

Cease-fire betrayed: Israel’s strike wave and the human catastrophe in Gaza - Middle East MonitorCease-fire betrayed: Israel’s strike wave and the human catastrophe in Gaza  Middle East Monitor

Teen dies after falling from unfinished high-rise amid Haredi protest in Jerusalem - The Times of IsraelTeen dies after falling from unfinished high-rise amid Haredi protest in Jerusalem  The Times of Israel

NYC mayor compared anti-Israel protests after Oct. 7 to KKK rallies, lawsuit says - The Times of IsraelNYC mayor compared anti-Israel protests after Oct. 7 to KKK rallies, lawsuit says  The Times of Israel

Israel Ultra-Orthodox Jews Protests BREAKING: 22000+ Rally Against Draft In Threat To Netanyahu - OneindiaIsrael Ultra-Orthodox Jews Protests BREAKING: 22000+ Rally Against Draft In Threat To Netanyahu  Oneindia

Qatari PM indicates Hamas violated Gaza ceasefire with deadly attack on IDF - The Times of IsraelQatari PM indicates Hamas violated Gaza ceasefire with deadly attack on IDF  The Times of Israel