ABSTRACT
The Israel–Palestine conflict remains one of the most deeply rooted and complex geopolitical disputes, drawing significant global attention. Despite extensive media and research coverage, there is a growing need for a systematic academic review that synthesizes recent research trends, dominant themes, and sentiments expressed in scholarly literature. This study addresses this gap by conducting a structured review of Scopus-indexed articles from 2023 to 2024, utilizing the preferred reporting items for systematic reviews and meta-analyses (PRISMA) framework to refine the selection to 31 relevant studies. The objective is to analyze how academia has framed the conflict in terms of humanitarian, economic, political, and media perspectives. Employing sentiment analysis and content analysis, the study uncovers key insights, revealing a predominant focus on human rights violations, economic instability, and international diplomatic challenges. The findings highlight critical narratives shaping the global understanding of the conflict, offering valuable implications for policymakers, humanitarian organizations, and researchers. The significance of this study lies in its contribution to evidence-based policy formulation, improved crisis response, and a deeper academic engagement with one of the world’s most enduring conflicts. Future research should integrate broader data sources and emerging technologies to enrich the discourse further.
