Settlements: Israel has committed to dismantling Jewish settlements along the Gaza Strip, but has refused to end expansion in existing West Bank settlements.

Land: Palestinians demand Israel's withdrawal from the West Bank, Gaza Strip and east Jerusalem. Israel has offered limited control over some disputed areas.

Jerusalem: Both Israelis and Palestinians seek control of Jerusalem, which is home to Islamic and Jewish holy sites.

Refugees: Palestinian authorities want 4 million Palestinian refugees and descendants to return to lands now occupied by Israel. Israel has refused to allow the refugees, many now living in neighboring Arabic nations, back into the country.