The current conflict between Israel and Hamas has been decades in the making. But what is the history behind the fighting? Who are Hamas? What is Gaza? Mazoe Ford explains what’s behind the conflict.

CORRECTION: A prior version of this video incorrectly labelled the maps as Palestine, the ABC style is Palestinian Territories.

It also incorrectly stated Hamas was formed in the early 2000s. It was founded in 1987.

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The blockade of the Gaza Strip and occupation of the West Bank have contributed to ongoing tensions in the 21st century.

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