Israel launches Operation Focus, starting the Six-Day War

On June 5, 1967, Israel initiated Operation Focus, a pivotal military campaign that marked the beginning of the Six-Day War. This operation involved a series of pre-emptive airstrikes launched by the Israeli Air Force against the Egyptian Air Force, aimed at neutralizing the imminent threat posed by the concentration of Arab forces along Israel's borders. The swift and decisive actions of the Israeli military resulted in the destruction of not only the Egyptian air capabilities but also those of Jordan and Syria, establishing air superiority for Israel. By June 11, the conflict concluded with the defeat of the Arab forces, leading to a significant shift in the geopolitical landscape of the region. Israel emerged from the war with control over key territories, including the Sinai Peninsula, Gaza Strip, Golan Heights, and the West Bank. This territorial expansion has had lasting implications for regional politics and conflicts, shaping the dynamics of Middle Eastern relations for decades to come.