Israel | Facts, History, & Map | Britannica.com
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Israel,officially State of Israel, Hebrew Medinat Yisrael, Arabic Isrl, country in the Middle East, located at the eastern end of the Mediterranean Sea.
Israel: Pictures, Videos, Breaking News – The Huffington Post
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Israel Map / Geography of Israel / Map of Israel – Worldatlas.com
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The small (densely populated) State of Israel occupies about 75% of an area long known as Canaan. It has a population of 7,707,042 and became an independent state in 1948, celebrating their national day on May 14th.This historic, volatile spot is significant for Christians, Muslims and Jews, as Jerusalem is recognized as a holy city by all three religious faiths.
Israel & the Palestinian Territories – Lonely Planet
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At the intersection of Asia, Europe and Africa both geographically and culturally Israel and the Palestinian Territories have been a meeting place of cultures, empires and religions since history began. Cradle of Judaism and Christianity and sacred to Muslims and Bahais, the Holy Land invites visitors to immerse themselves in the richness and variety of the region's religious traditions. Ancient Jewish sites include Jerusalems Western Wall and Byzantine-era synagogues adorned with sumptuous mosaics
Israel – State
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Israel – Nations Online
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Official Name: Medinat Yisra'el short form: Yisra'el int'l long form: State of Israel int'l short form: Israel ISO Country Code: il Time: Actual Time: Fri-Aug-21 08:42 Local Time = UTC +2h Daylight Saving Time (DST) April - Oktober (UTC +3). Country Calling Code: +972 Capital City: Jerusalem (Israel proclaimed Jerusalem as its capital in 1950. But nearly all countries maintain their embassies in Tel Aviv) Other Cities: Haifa, Nazareth, Tel Aviv Government: Type: Parliamentary democracy Independence: 14 May 1948 Constitution: no formal constitution Geography: Location: Middle East, bordering the Mediterranean Sea, between Egypt and Lebanon.
Israel – Forbes
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Profile Israel has a technologically advanced market economy. Cut diamonds, high-technology equipment, and pharmaceuticals are among the leading exports. Its major imports include crude oil, grains, raw materials, and military equipment
