Occupied Palestinian Territories

The Occupied Palestinian Territories refer to regions—including the West Bank, East Jerusalem, and Gaza Strip—where Palestinians live but are controlled or administered by Israel, following the 1967 Six-Day War. These areas are at the center of ongoing conflicts over land, borders, and national rights. Palestinians seek independent statehood in these territories, while Israel maintains security and administrative control. The situation involves complex historical, political, and security issues, leading to significant humanitarian and human rights concerns. The term highlights the disputed and often contentious status of these lands in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.