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Researching This Topic

In approaching the complex and multifaceted topic of the Israel-Palestine conflict, it's crucial to have a well-rounded understanding that encompasses both the historical context and current issues. To facilitate effective and focused research, we have organized this section into two primary categories of databases: 'Current Issues' and 'Historical.'

  1. Current Issues Databases: This section is dedicated to databases that provide access to materials focusing on recent developments, current perspectives, and ongoing debates surrounding the Israel-Palestine conflict. These resources are ideal for students looking to understand the present-day dynamics, including the latest political movements, social implications, and international responses.

  2. Historical Databases: Understanding the historical context is indispensable for any comprehensive study of the Israel-Palestine conflict. This category includes databases that offer historical documents, archival material, and scholarly analysis tracing the origins and evolution of the conflict. These resources are particularly valuable for exploring the root causes, major events, and significant turning points that have shaped the trajectory of the conflict over the years.

Each category is curated to help you navigate the wealth of information available and to assist in identifying the most relevant and authoritative sources for your research needs.

Keywords and Search Terms

Below are some useful keywords/search terms to get you started on the research process!

  • Israel-Palestine Conflict: A general term covering the entire scope of the conflict.
  • Two-State Solution: Refers to the proposed solution of Israel and Palestine existing as two separate states.
  • Gaza Strip: A Palestinian territory occupied by Israel, often in the news for clashes and political developments.
  • West Bank: The other Palestinian territory occupied by Israel that has seen ongoing settlements by Israelis, resulting in territorial disputes.
  • Palestinian Liberation Organization: A coalition of Palestinian groups with the goal of establishing a Palestinian state. Its largest faction is Fatah, which also dominates the Palestinian Authority that governs the West Bank.
  • Oslo Accords: A set of major peace agreements between Israel and the PLO, reached in 1993 and 1995 that has shaped much of the recent peace process. It was intended to lead to a two-state solution.
  • Zionism: An essential ideological term related to the formation of Israel as a Jewish homeland.
  • Intifada (First, Second): These were pivotal uprisings in Palestinian territories against Israeli occupation.
  • Settlements: Refers to Israeli communities built on territories claimed by Palestinians.
  • Hamas: A major Palestinian political and military organization that has run the Gaza Strip since 2007. It rejects Israeli statehood.
  • Human Rights Violations: This term is crucial for understanding the humanitarian impact of the conflict.

Using Boolean Operators in Searches

  • AND: This operator narrows your search by combining terms. It ensures that all search results contain all the terms you've specified. For example, "Hamas AND Fatah" will return articles that mention both groups.

  • OR: This operator broadens your search by including results that contain either of the terms. It's useful for searching for synonyms or related concepts. For instance, "Two-State Solution OR One-State Solution" will give results that discuss either concept.

  • NOT: This operator excludes certain terms from your search. It helps to focus the search by removing topics that are not of interest. For example, "Israeli-Palestinian Peace Process NOT Oslo Accords" will return articles on the peace process that don't specifically discuss the Oslo Accords.

Combine these Boolean operators (AND, OR, and NOT) to refine their searches effectively. For instance, they could use "Intifada AND Human Rights Violations NOT Gaza" to find information on human rights violations during the Intifadas, excluding those specific to the Gaza Strip.

Remember, using these operators can significantly impact the quality and relevance of the information retrieved, making the research process more efficient and targeted.

Current Issues Article Databases

Historical Databases

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