"Tracing the Roots and Struggles: A Comprehensive History of the Israel-Palestine Conflict"
Ancient and Medieval History The Israel-Palestine conflict's roots extend back thousands of years. The region, known as Canaan in ancient times, has been a cradle of civilization and the scene of many historical upheavals. Biblical Era : Around 1200 BCE, the Israelites, an ancient Semitic-speaking people, established themselves in Canaan, forming the Kingdoms of Israel and Judah. The First Temple was built in Jerusalem by King Solomon around 957 BCE, becoming a central religious site for Jews. Roman Conquest : In 63 BCE, the Romans conquered the region, renaming it Judea. The destruction of the Second Temple in 70 CE during a Jewish revolt marked a significant diaspora of Jewish people. Islamic Period : By the 7th century, the region came under Muslim control, becoming part of various Islamic caliphates, including the Umayyad and Abbasid dynasties. Jerusalem became a significant city in Islam, housing the Al-Aqsa Mosque and the Dome of the Rock. Ottoman Empire and the Early Zioni