The principle that Palestinian refugees and their descendants have the right to return to their homes and properties from which they were displaced during the creation of the state of Israel in 1948 and subsequent conflicts.

Jewish communities established in the occupied territories (West Bank and East Jerusalem) in violation of international law and considered a major obstacle to peace negotiations.

A proposed solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, which envisions the establishment of separate independent states for Israelis and Palestinians, living side by side in peace and security.

A framework for negotiations between Israel and the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO), aimed at achieving peace and Palestinian self-governance in the West Bank and Gaza Strip.

A series of violent uprisings by Palestinians against Israeli occupation, characterized by protests, demonstrations, and sometimes armed resistance.