The Balfour Declaration

The Balfour Declaration, issued by the British government in 1917, expressed support for the establishment of a "national home for the Jewish people" in Palestine. This statement was a significant milestone in the Zionist movement, which sought to create a Jewish state. It aimed to gain Jewish support during World War I but also raised concerns for the Arab population living in the region. The declaration laid the groundwork for future conflicts and discussions about the rights of both Jews and Arabs in Palestine, ultimately shaping the complex history of the Israeli-Palestinian issue.