Gaza: The conflict between Israel and Hamas - Commons Library Standard Note

Published 23 January 2009 | Standard notes SN04946

Authors: Stephen Jones

Topic: Middle East

This note examines the conflict between Israel and Hamas of December 2008 to January 2009. It analyses the original six month ceasefire between Israel and Hamas and the reasons for its breakdown. It examines the international responses to the conflict and assesses its humanitarian impact.

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