A general strike that is poised to shut down the entire Israeli economy is underway across the occupied territories to pressure the incumbent cabinet led by prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu to reach a deal that would ensure the release of captives held by Hamas in the Gaza.
The largest Israeli labor union, known as Histadrut, called the strike after the bodies of six Israeli captives were found inside a tunnel in the southern Gaza city of Rafah, Press TV reports.
Dozens of protesters blocked Ibn Gvirol Street in the coastal city of Tel Aviv, demanding that the ruling administration reach a deal as soon as possible.
Protesters also gathered at Shilat Junction near Modiin and blocked a road in the city of Rosh Pina at the northern side of the occupied territories.
According to a list from the Histadrut and statements from some cities, municipalities, including Tel Aviv and Haifa, have declared they would join the strike.
The list goes on to include many ministries like the interior ministry, and parts of the prime minister’s office.
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