Massive Unrest in Israel Leads to Nationwide Strike Over Gaza Conflict

Tens of thousands of Israelis protested and a general strike was called in response to the government’s handling of the Gaza war and the deaths of six hostages held by Hamas. The discovery of the hostages’ bodies intensified public outrage. The strike is expected to halt much of Israel’s economy. It also aims to pressure Prime Minister Netanyahu, who is blamed for the stalled negotiations due to his insistence on retaining strategic territory in Gaza.

Editor’s Note: The decision to cling to the Philadelphi corridor in Gaza, at the expense of a deal that could save lives, shows a callous disregard for the human cost of war. Netanyahu’s actions are deepening the divisions within Israeli society but also contributing to the devastating humanitarian crisis in Gaza, where countless innocent civilians are caught in the crossfire. This is not just a war; it is a slow-moving genocide against the people of Gaza driven by a leader who seems more interested in holding onto strategic assets than in preserving life. [See also: Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza, Haniyeh’s Assassination: What It Means for Gaza Ceasefire, The Human Cost of Conflict in Gaza]

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