I find it such a complex issue. I know my bias as I was raised Jewish.  From our point of view, Jews were given land in 1948 for their own state and then immediately attacked by surrounding countries. They defended and took land.  Prior to the attack people on the land (Palestinians) were told to leave so they wouldn’t get caught in the fighting.  They never were allowed back. The attacks and defense and land grabs happened a couple more times.  

We like to think if they just accepted the country in 1948, we wouldn’t be in this mess today.  Palestinians continually reject peace deals.  That’s what we are told.  I think it is more complicated. Those 700k+ refugees don’t identify with the surrounding countries.  I understand why they want their land back.  I just wish there was a solution because what would happen to Israel if 700k+ people just came back. Especially since there is not a good relationship there anyway.  

By the way, before Israel was a State, Jews committed terror attacks on the British.  But most Israelis won’t talk about that.  That’s why I understand why Palestinians are doing what they are doing in Gaza, though I fully reject that as a good strategy.   

IMO, the war machines/power plays on all sides needs to continue to be fed and that is why no solution exists. 

My fear is that the situation spills over into countries like Egypt and Jordan and instead of them being friendly states, end up becoming terror states. 

I do look forward to your views on this seemingly unsolvable situation.