1. Israeli – Palestinian Conflict (Part 2) How has USA involvement impacted the tension between these groups and what has been the result for the USA?

2. Part 2: Continuing Challenges How did the Israel eventually gain recognition and how was the USA involved?

3. 1967 – Six Day War Occurs as Egypt and Syria attempt to regain Golan Heights/Sinai Peninsula as Jordan attempts to control West Bank and Jerusalem. Israel repels attacks and keeps control of territory, regaining all of Jerusalem. 1973 – Yom Kippur War Arab nations attempt to regain territory on holiest day of atonement. Israel is caught off guard, both sides have high casualties. International community spurned by oil embargo by Arabs. USA Secretary of State Henry Kissinger brokers small steps toward peace settlement results in some loss of territory for Israel and realization of Arab nations that military conquest of Israel is impossible.

4. 1978 – Camp David Accords broker a deal between Israel and Egypt by the USA. Sinai Peninsula goes back to Egypt. Israel is recognized so diplomatic and economic relationship may begin. 1993 – Oslo Accords Brokered by President Clinton of USA between Palestinians and Israelis. Recognition of self-government of Palestinians. Withdrawal of Israeli forces from West Bank and Gaza begin.