Israel celebrates 64 years as an independent sovereign homeland for the Jewish people. Retaining that sovereignty and living in peace remain the primary goals of the struggling state. While Israel finds new ways to defend itself, both diplomatically and militarily, nations and other groups continue to oppose its rule, challenging its life support. This year, Israel faces new obstacles in regard to land, peace, and global relations.

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