The city has holy sites that are important to multiple religions.
Israel and Palestine both claim Jerusalem as their capital and seek control over the city. The conflict between the two nations is centered around this issue, as both have historical, religious, and political ties to Jerusalem.
The Israeli and Palestine have been in conflict since the early 20th century. The main reasons for conflict include borders, mutual recognition, water access, security, control of Jerusalem, and the refugee situation.
The holy city being fought over during the Crusades was Jerusalem. It held significant religious importance for Christians, Jews, and Muslims, making it a focal point of conflict during the series of religious wars that spanned from the late 11th century to the late 13th century. The Crusades aimed to reclaim Jerusalem and other sacred sites from Muslim control. Ultimately, the control of the city changed hands multiple times throughout the Crusades.
He went there to ask forgiveness for his sins and to fight for control over Jerusalem.
When the Second Crusade ended, the European Christians lost control of the Holy Land (Jerusalem).
The Crusaders wanted to control the city of Jerusalem.
Crusades occurred mostly to regain the Holy Lands - The Kingdom of Jerusalem from the muslims.
The Muslims.
Muslims and Christians
Jerusalem
No, the Vikings did not conquer Jerusalem. While they were known for their raids and explorations across Europe, including parts of the British Isles and the Mediterranean, Jerusalem remained under the control of various powers, primarily the Byzantine Empire and later the Muslim Caliphates during the Viking Age. The city has a rich history of conquest and conflict, but Vikings did not play a significant role in its military history.
No. Jerusalem is in Israel/Palestine, which is situated on the southwest end of Asia. The universally accepted border between Africa and Asia is the Suez Canal, which is 175 miles west of Jerusalem.