Camp David Accords: Land for Peace (1978)
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Egyptian President Sadat and Israeli PM Begin, mediated by Carter, chose 'land for peace' — Israel returned the Sinai Peninsula to Egypt in exchange for diplomatic recognition. It was the first Arab-Israeli peace agreement.
Land for Peace
1978
year
Israel returns Sinai, Egypt recognizes Israel
framework
Both sides gave up something major
concessions
Chosen — peace has held for 45+ years
outcome
Continued Conflict
1978
year
No negotiation
framework
None
concessions
Not chosen — both leaders took enormous political risks
outcome
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