Timeline
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Major Wars and Peace Treaties
Introduction: Conflict and Diplomacy in a Volatile RegionSince its founding in 1948, the modern State of Israel has been shaped by a series of wars and peace efforts that have defined its borders, security doctrine, and regional relationships. Military confrontations with neighbouring Arab states, driven by unresolved questions of territory,…
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Social and Political Dynamics in Modern Israel
Introduction: Complexity in a Diverse SocietyModern Israel is a vibrant yet deeply complex society marked by ethnic, religious, political, and ideological diversity. Since its establishment in 1948, the state has evolved from a largely homogeneous Zionist enterprise into a multicultural and multiethnic democracy with competing narratives, priorities, and identities. The…
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Technological and Economic Growth
Introduction: From Agrarian Roots to a Global Innovation LeaderIn less than a century, Israel has transformed from a modest, agrarian economy built by early Zionist pioneers into a global powerhouse of innovation and technology. Often referred to as the “Start-up Nation”, Israel has cultivated a highly dynamic economy characterised by…
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Religious Landscape and Global Jewish Identity
Introduction: Unity and Pluralism in Jewish FaithModern Israel and the global Jewish world together encompass a wide spectrum of religious traditions, ideologies, and expressions, shaped by history, diaspora experiences, and evolving cultural contexts. While Judaism remains the shared foundation, contemporary Jewish identity is far from monolithic. The religious landscape includes…