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The Oslo Accords aimed for peace between Israel and Palestine from "summary" of A History of Israel and the Holy Land by Michael Avi-Yonah
The Oslo Accords, signed in 1993, represented a significant step towards achieving peace between Israel and Palestine. The agreement was brokered by the United States and aimed to establish a framework for negotiations between the two parties. It outlined a gradual process for resolving the long-standing conflict, with the ultimate goal of reaching a comprehensive peace agreement. One of the key elements of the Oslo Accords was the recognition of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) as the legitimate representative of the Palestinian people. This marked a major shift in Israeli policy, which had previously refused to negotiate with the PLO. By acknowledging the PLO's authority, Israel signaled its willingness to engage in meaningful dialogue with the Palestinians. Another important aspect of the Oslo Accords was the establishment of the Palestinian Authority (PA) as an interim governing body in the West Bank and Gaza Strip. The PA was granted limited self-governing po...
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