Israel is a country that has been in conflict with many of its neighbors for years. The tensions have resulted in travel restrictions for Israelis to enter certain countries, as well as some countries banning Israelis from entering altogether.
While Israel is no longer a dangerous country, it’s not a popular destination for tourists and Israelis alike. The country faces a lot of criticism from its neighbors, who see it as an occupying force that has stolen their land.
Although 163 of the 193 United Nations member states recognize Israel, there are 30 countries, Pakistan, which still do not enjoy diplomatic relations with this Zionist state which was conquered by the Ottoman Empire in 1517.
Israeli citizens are prohibited from entering the following countries: Algeria, Bangladesh, Brunei, Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Malaysia, Oman, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Sudan, Syria, The United Arab Emirates and Yemen.
Israel is surrounded by enemies, who have been trying for years to destroy it. There have been many wars between Israel and its neighbors over the years, but Israel has always managed to survive.
In 1948, Israel declared independence from British rule after World War II ended and the British mandate was dissolved. This was called the Arab-Israeli War or Palestine War (1948), as Arabs fought against Jews in an attempt to prevent them from forming their own nation in Palestine.
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