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As I understand it, Palestine's location is strategically important. So, most major powers have always had an incentive to have a controlling stake in the region. The fact that it's has very high religious significance to all Abrahamic religions makes things even more complicated.

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The religious significance of the region, especially Jerusalem is a very contentious issue. More than one round of violence has occurred over perceived or actual defilement of the holy city.

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