As Israel prepares for a ground offensive into Gaza, here’s what you need to know about the 140 square-mile enclave – one of the most densely-populated territories on Earth.
Israel won, but Gaza remained under the control of Egypt and the region saw an influx of Palestinian refugees from Israel.
During the conflict, which became known as the Six-Day War, Israel seized Gaza and held it for nearly 40 years until 2005, when it withdrew its troops and settlers.
Even before Hamas’ attacks and Israel’s retaliation on Gaza, living conditions in the enclave were dire.
More people have been killed in this week’s bombardment of the enclave than during the six-week Israel-Hamas war of 2014.
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