Number of Strikes in Israel Tripled Over Past Year

Strikes in Israel almost tripled in 2024 as compared to 2023, the annual Labor Ministry’s report published on Sunday found. In 2024, there were 25 full strikes, with approximately 251,000 strikers participating. These strikes resulted in a loss of manpower that equals approximately 762,000 workdays, the report stated.   In comparison, in 2023, there were only 16…

Mass Rallies Across Israel, Speakers Urge Soldiers to Refuse to Occupy Gaza, Calls to Launch General Strike

Tens of thousands gathered in Tel Aviv’s Hostage Square and in front the army headquarters on Saturday evening, August 9, to protest the Israeli cabinet’s decision to approve far-right Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s plan to occupy all Gaza Strip. Additional protests and rallies take place Saturday throughout the country, including at the southern Sha’ar HaNegev…