Golan Heights: Quick Facts

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Political map of the Golan Heights region, showing the area in yellow between Israel and Syria, bordered by Lebanon to the north and Jordan to the south. The map marks the 1949 armistice line, international and disputed boundaries, demilitarized zones with purple stripes, and United Nations Forces deployment areas. Key towns and features such as Shebaa Farms, Majdal Shams, Quneitra, and the Sea of Galilee are labeled.

View of the Israel-Syrian border at the Golan Heights, showing a dry, open landscape with clusters of white tents visible on the Syrian side.

Six-Day War in the Golan Heights

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