Israel officially declared independence on May 14, 1948, leading to a war with neighboring Arab countries and the displacement of many Palestinians, starting the ongoing conflict in the region.
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Israel said they were their own country on May 14, 1948. This made nearby Arab countries mad and they started a war. Many Palestinians had to leave their homes because of this, and the fighting has continued ever since.