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  13.  @JohnTurtledove_acc2  alestinians share a substantial amount of DNA with other Levantine populations, including Jews, Bedouins, and Druze, indicating a shared ancestry that can be traced back to the Bronze and Iron Ages. This shared ancestry, particularly with ancient Canaanites, is supported by archaeological and genetic data. While Palestinians have a significant component of Levantine DNA, they also display some admixture with other populations, including those from the Caucasus or Zagros area and even some recent admixture from Africans and Asians. Here's a more detailed breakdown: Levantine Ancestry: . Palestinians have a large portion of their DNA originating from the Bronze and Iron Age Levant, which includes the ancient Canaanites. This shared ancestry is evident in their genetic makeup, which is similar to that of other Levantine populations, including Jews, Bedouins, and Druze. Admixture with other populations: . While the Levantine component is dominant, Palestinians also have some ancestry from other regions, including the Caucasus or Zagros area. There is also evidence of recent admixture from African and Asian populations, particularly in some Palestinian communities. Comparison with Jews: . Genetic studies consistently show that Palestinians are closely related to Jews, suggesting a shared ancestral history. This shared ancestry is reflected in their DNA, which is very similar in many ways. Palestinian Christians: . Palestinian Christians display a genetic makeup that closely resembles that of Roman-era Levantines, suggesting a possible direct lineage from early Christians in the region. Palestinian Muslims: . While Palestinian Muslims are also closely related to Jews and other Levantine populations, some studies have shown that they may have slightly different genetic profiles compared to Palestinian Christians. For example, one study found that the majority of Palestinian Muslims were haplogroup J-M267, while the majority of Palestinian Christians were a subclade of E1b1b. In essence, the DNA of Palestinians reveals a complex history of shared ancestry with other Levantine populations, particularly Jews, and some admixture with other groups, including those from the Caucasus, Africa, and Asia. This genetic evidence supports the idea that Palestinians have a deep historical connection to the region and its ancient inhabitants, including the Canaanites.
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