Israel at 60
Collection of new stories and analysis about the creation of Israel in 1948 and its subsequent
history. Includes a timeline of key events, demographic data, a history in maps showing how the borders have
changed, a photo essay on Palestinian life in East Jerusalem, and discussions of obstacles to peace between
Palestinians and Israel such as borders and settlement, refugees, the Gaza Strip, and peace talks. From the
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
60th Anniversary of the founding of Israel
Collection of material about Israel from 2008, the 60th anniversary of the founding of the
Jewish state. Includes photos collections (60 years of Israel, and exploring the lives of Jews and Muslims
in the Holy land), and an "Israel in 2068" feature in which "twelve thinkers, writers and statesmen ...
[consider] how Israel will respond to its challenges over the next 60 years." From Time magazine.
