The Arab-Israeli conflict: causes, dynamics and methods of resolution

Abstract

The article examines the causes and chronology of the confrontation between Arabs and Israelis in the Middle East. The methods used in the study included a review of scientific literature, publications in periodicals, and interviews with competent experts. Despite the fact that there are different opinions regarding the territorial boundaries of the Middle East, most researchers attribute the territories of Southwest Asia and Northeast Africa to this region. The ongoing Arab-Israeli conflict is a pressing issue in this destination; this article is devoted to finding the causes, identifying the participants and beneficiaries. A brief historical background is given regarding the emergence and development of two states: Israel and Palestine. An attempt is made to identify the causes of the conflict, which lies in the economic, political and religious planes. The activities and specifics of extremist movements in the Middle East, as well as their sponsors and patrons. Conclusions were made that it is possible to resolve this conflict by creating a full-fledged Palestinian state based on the principle of “two peoples – two states”; agreeing on permanent borders for Palestine through negotiations with the participation of all interested countries; determining the status of Jerusalem; and returning Palestinian refugees who have left the Israeli-occupied territory.