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< __ Back __   Human Rights in Israel This wall was being built in 2005 by Israel on the West Bank threatening the health of Palestinians in the area. The wall causes poor access and the Palestinian and Israel artists have been campaigning against it. __ Primary Sources __ Balfour Declaration This source is important because it showed the British support of a Jewish homeland for Palestine. I chose it because it was an important piece of history for this part of the world. This declaration reflects the Arab-Israeli conflict. The declaration is a statement supporting a Palestine homeland for Jewish people. Letter on Blockade of Gaza Strip﻿ This source is important because it is informing Secretary of State Hillary Clinton of the impact the blockage of the Gaza Strip has caused. I chose it because it is relevant to the theme I am researching, and the letter also seemed factual. The letter states that Clinton did not think the blockade was very severe, however the blockade causes risk for Gazan citizens; it prevents the entry of food, aid and safety. These restrictions also place a risk for Israelis. This letter reflects the ongoing conflict between Israelis and Palestine. __ Artifacts __ Israel and its Occupied Territories I chose this website for an artifact because it talks about the rights that citizens are given and followed upon in the Middle East. This site states that Israel does not actually have a constitution but legislature has the power to eliminate the Government. However the Government usually respects the rights of the citizens, except for that of the Arab citizens. This article reflects the conflict between Israelis and Palestine that takes place in Israel. Israeli Rights Group Says A Law Was Broken in Palestinian Arrests I chose this because it reflects the Arab-Israeli conflict in this area. This article talks about arrests of teenagers and kids who have gotten violent with police officers and Israelis. There was a report of a rise in violence due to Israelis moving into the area. Separate and Unequal I chose this article because it talks about how Israel discriminates against Palestinians. This also reflects the conflict between the Arab and Israelis. This artifact is important because it shows and explains how rights in the West Bank are skewed in favor of the Israelis.