The escalating conflict between Israel and Hamas
A look at the recent history and latest developments
Origins of the conflict
The conflict between Israel and Hamas has been going on for decades, with roots in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict that began in the early 20th century.
Hamas is a militant group that controls the Gaza Strip, a Palestinian territory located on the Mediterranean coast. Hamas was founded in 1987 and is considered a terrorist organization by Israel, the United States, and the European Union.
Israel has been accused of human rights abuses against Palestinians, including the use of excessive force, arbitrary arrests, and the demolition of homes.
Recent developments
In recent weeks, the conflict between Israel and Hamas has escalated, with both sides firing rockets and airstrikes.
On May 10, 2021, Hamas fired a barrage of rockets into Israel, triggering a series of airstrikes by Israel.
The violence has resulted in the deaths of hundreds of people, both Israeli and Palestinian.
International response
The international community has condemned the violence and called for a ceasefire.
The United States has expressed its support for Israel's right to self-defense, while also calling for a de-escalation of violence.
The United Nations has called for a ceasefire and has urged both sides to protect civilians.
What's next?
It is unclear how the conflict between Israel and Hamas will end.
Both sides have expressed a willingness to negotiate, but there are significant obstacles to peace.
The international community will continue to play a role in trying to broker a ceasefire and find a long-term solution to the conflict.
Additional resources
- BBC News: Israel-Gaza conflict: What's happened and why?
- The New York Times: The Israel-Gaza Conflict: A Timeline of Recent Events
- Al Jazeera: Israel-Palestine conflict: Latest updates
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