1993 Israeli Palestinian Peace Agreement

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The 1993 Israeli-Palestinian Peace Agreement, also known as the Oslo Accords, was a historic agreement reached between Israel and Palestine, which aimed to establish peace in the region and provide a framework for a future Palestinian state. The agreement was signed on September 13, 1993, in Washington DC, under the mediation of the United States and Russia.

The Oslo Accords were a series of agreements signed between Israel and the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO), which represented the interests of the Palestinian people. The agreements included the recognition of Israel`s right to exist by the PLO, and the recognition of the PLO as the legitimate representative of the Palestinian people by Israel.

The Oslo Accords also established a Palestinian Authority (PA), which would have limited self-governance in the West Bank and Gaza Strip. The PA would be responsible for administering Palestinian affairs, including education, health, and public works. Israel agreed to withdraw its military forces from the West Bank and Gaza Strip, allowing the PA to assume control over these areas.

The Oslo Accords were met with both optimism and skepticism. Supporters believed that the agreement was a crucial step towards peace in the region, while critics argued that it did not address the root issues of the conflict, such as the status of Jerusalem and the rights of Palestinian refugees.

Despite these concerns, the Oslo Accords marked a significant shift in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The establishment of the Palestinian Authority provided a path for Palestinians to gain limited self-rule, and it paved the way for future negotiations towards a comprehensive peace agreement.

However, the Oslo Accords were not without challenges. The implementation of the agreement was marred by violence and distrust, with both sides accusing each other of violating the terms of the agreement. In 1995, Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin was assassinated by a Jewish extremist, further complicating the peace process.

Despite these challenges, the Oslo Accords remain a crucial moment in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and continue to shape the region`s political landscape. While peace between Israel and Palestine remains elusive, the Oslo Accords provided a significant starting point for negotiations towards a lasting resolution.