Question

how did the international community respond to israels declaration of independence in 1948? the arab world and western nations both recognized israel. the united nations and the arab states jointly supported israel. the us and uk recognized israel, while arab nations rejected it. most countries refused to recognize israel until after the 1967 war.

Explanation:

When Israel declared independence in 1948, the US and UK were among the first Western nations to recognize it. Meanwhile, the Arab - world, due to territorial and political disputes, rejected it. The Arab - Israeli conflict has its roots in the competing national aspirations in the region.

Answer:

The US and UK recognized Israel, while Arab nations rejected it.