Historical Events tagged with "Palestinians"

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Military & Warfare

Clashes Erupt Between Arab Guerrillas and Jordan Forces

September 7th, 1970 54 years ago

Armed confrontations erupted between Palestinian guerrillas and Jordanian government forces in September 1970, escalating tensions in the region. The conflict stemmed from the increasing influence and militarization of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) within Jordan, which alarmed the monarchy. This situation quickly developed into a clash for control, marking the beginning of a violent confrontation that would significantly impact Jordan and the broader Middle East.

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