Step into the heart of one of the world’s most enduring and emotionally charged conflicts. This episode of The Deep Dive unpacks the tangled roots of the Arab-Israeli struggle, tracing its genesis to the late 19th century. We explore the rise of Zionism and Arab nationalism, two powerful movements shaped by colonial ambitions and cultural identity. Key documents like the Balfour Declaration and Sykes-Picot Agreement reveal how European powers sowed seeds of discord. The 1948 Palestine War—known as the Nakba to Palestinians—marked a seismic shift, birthing the State of Israel and displacing hundreds of thousands. We examine the Six-Day War of 1967 and its lasting impact on territorial boundaries and regional politics. Peace efforts like the Oslo Accords and Israel’s 2005 Gaza disengagement are dissected for their promises and pitfalls. Th ...