Israel court orders end to strike pushing for Gaza hostage deal
"We are issuing a nationwide order to forbid the strike that was launched, stating that the strike must stop today" effective immediately, the court said in its ruling seen by AFP, citing the "politically motivated" nature of the strike.
- Middle East
- AFP
- Published Date: 03:48 | 02 September 2024
- Modified Date: 03:52 | 02 September 2024
An Israeli labour court on Monday ordered a halt to a strike called by the country's largest union to support a deal that would secure the release of hostages held in Gaza.
"We are issuing a nationwide order to forbid the strike that was launched, stating that the strike must stop today" effective immediately, the court said in its ruling seen by AFP, citing the "politically motivated" nature of the strike.
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