Palestinian territories

The Palestinian territories primarily include the West Bank and Gaza Strip, regions where many Palestinians live. These areas are historically significant and have experienced ongoing conflicts over land, governance, and sovereignty. The West Bank is landlocked, bordering Israel and Jordan, while Gaza is a small coastal enclave bordering Israel and Egypt. The territories are not fully independent; their political status is disputed, with the Palestinian Authority governing parts of the West Bank and Hamas controlling Gaza. The situation involves complex issues of borders, security, refugees, and aspirations for an independent Palestinian state.