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The most disputed territories in the world
Tensions between Israel and Palestine have developed into an all-out war
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Territorial disputes can last decades, if not centuries or more. Found across the world, they're complicated and almost always ever-changing. Some of these disputes are caused by rivalries between countries or peoples. But most of them often involve claims of historical ownership. And when it comes to a resolution, some of these disputes didn't even end in a decisive war. The losing side in a military defeat may simply refuse to relinquish its claim.
From Palestine to Crimea, click through the following gallery to read up on some of the most disputed territories in the world.
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