Israel hit by general strike over failure to reach Gaza ceasefire deal
Travellers line up at Ben Gurion International Airport near Tel Aviv, Israel, September 2, 2024
ISRAEL was brought to a standstill today as protests were held in response to the country’s failure to return hostages held in Gaza.
The strike led to closures and other disruptions around the country including at its main international airport.
It also exposed the deep divisions that exist within Israel over the hostage crisis.
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