Yes, that was Israel. They knew the natives didn’t want it, nor the neighbours! Their Declaration of Independence promised to work with the natives which was the polar opposite of their action. The Declaration was an act of war as is closing the Straits of Hormuz – quite logical!
Israel benefited from a huge influx of foreigners, money and the fact that America spends $10 billion per annum on its security. Amer created the mess and has been paying for it ever since.