The historical enmity between Israel and Iran escalated recently following an Iranian attack on Israel, a continuation of hostilities that trace back to Israel’s establishment by the UN in 1948, which led to regional conflicts and the displacement of Palestinian refugees. The latest increase in tensions comes after Iran held Israel responsible for an airstrike that killed several members of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard. In retaliation, Iran launched over 300 projectiles into Israel, mostly intercepted, with Israel now threatening further retaliation, raising concerns of a broader Middle Eastern conflict.

Bulletin Brief:

Founding of Israel and displacement of Palestine (BBC, Reuters)

Mid-20th century Israel conflicts (Reuters)

State of Israel and Palestinian territories 1980s-now (Al Jazeera)

Iran’s military attacks on US in Middle East (CNN)

Israeli airstrike kills Iranian top commander (CNN)

Iranian attack on Israel and retaliation (The Intercept, NBC)