A strike is a form of protest where workers and employees refuse to continue to work.
There can be many motivations for this, such as objection over specific policies or dissatisfaction with wages.
The practice became more widespread following the Industrial Revolution, where more companies began to rely on mass labor.
Strikes are not limited solely to the private sector, and employees in government agencies, public transportation and medical institutions have gone on strike before.
Thousands of travellers are reportedly set to pass through Ben-Gurion Airport at the beginning of next week.
The Israeli military said in a statement it had struck Hezbollah vehicles that were transporting weapons on the edge of Nabatieh.
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The IDF strike was defined as a "necessary opportunity for execution." The political leadership approved, and so the strike was carried out.
Students began a strike of their own, initiated by Israel's National Student and Youth Council and the National Parent Leadership.
The Teachers' Organization has suspended the strike to reduce disruption, resume classes, and continue negotiations, while maintaining some sanctions.
To mark 24 years since the October 2000 riots, the Arab Higher Monitoring Committee has called for a strike affecting businesses, schools, and public places. The strike also protests the ongoing war.
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