Arab unity - Issue of palestine Flashcards
1
Q
during the civil war (1948-49) how many arabs fled palestine?
A
700,000
2
Q
where did the Palestinian refugees go?
A
West bank Gaza strip Jordan Lebanon Syria
3
Q
when was the PLO set up?
A
1964
4
Q
What did the PLO stand for?
A
Palestinian liberation organisation
5
Q
What was the largest group within the PLO?
A
Fatah
6
Q
Which countries supported the PLO?
A
Egypt, Syria,Lebanon and Jordan
7
Q
how many refugees fled the Gaza strip in the 6 day war?
A
350,000
8
Q
What happened in 1968?
A
150,000 israelis attacked 350 palestinians in Karameh, Jordan
28 Israelis killed and several planes and tanks defeated
inspired 5000 arabs to join the PLO during the next 2 days
