The argument over whether Golan Heights is occupied or not is irrelevant. Not unimportant, but irrelevant. The argument over whether the West Bank is occupied or not is irrelevant. Not unimportant, but irrelevant. The reason it’s irrelevant is because no matter which way it cuts, it doesn’t change the outcome. Give away Golan Heights and nothing changes. Give away the West Bank and nothing changes. The land has traded hands several times and nothing changed. These are red herrings because the conflict isn’t over what has been rightfully or wrongfully annexed. The conflict is over Israel’s existence. Once Israel’s existence has been accepted, peace deals are made (including drawing lines over land), and every conflict ends. It’s really that simple.
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