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:

After Israel declared independence in 1948, the US and UK recognized it. However, Arab nations rejected it. The Arab world had long - standing territorial and political disputes with the idea of a Jewish state in the region. The US and UK had their own geopolitical and historical (such as the Balfour Declaration) reasons for recognition.

Answer:

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