jan 1, 1967 - Israel warplanes strike Egypt

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A war begins with Israeli warplanes striking Egyptian airfields. The war broke out along with other conflicts, including Egypt’s block of shipping into the Gulf of Aqaba. Jordan joins the fighting with Egypt and Israeli forces have the upper hand after almost demolishing all of Egypt’s air power. Israel takes control of the Gaza Strip, Sinai, the West Bank, the Golan Heights and the Arab East Jerusalem. Many Palestinians run or are removed.

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