ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Palestinian political violence

Okay kiddo, let me tell you about something called Palestinian political violence.

You know how sometimes people disagree with each other and they get angry? Well, that's kind of what's happening with the Palestinians. Some of them are very upset and angry because they don't have their own independent country, like their neighbors Israel.

So some of these Palestinians have turned to violence as a way to try and get what they want. They might throw rocks or hurt people or even do really big things like bombings. This is called political violence because they are using violence to make a political point.

Now, it's important to remember that not all Palestinians are violent. Some of them use other ways to try and solve their problems, like talking or protesting peacefully. But unfortunately, there are some who feel like they have no other choice but to be violent because they feel like they aren't being heard.

It's a very complicated and sad situation, and it's important to treat everyone with kindness and respect, even if we disagree with them. Do you have any questions, kiddo?