Israel

Definition

Israel is a country in the Middle East, established in 1948 as a homeland for Jews after World War II. It's known for its diverse culture, history, and religious significance to Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.

Related terms

Zionism: This is the national movement of Jews and Jewish culture that supports the re-establishment of a Jewish homeland in the territory defined as the historic Land of Israel.

Six-Day War: A brief war fought by Israel against Egypt, Jordan, and Syria from June 5 to 10, 1967. The war resulted in significant territorial gains for Israel.

Holocaust: The systematic state-sponsored killing of six million Jewish men, women, and children by Nazi Germany during World War II.